MAYALUNE RISING is an organization dedicated to expanding access to film and arts education, founded by Belizean-American artist Samantha Aldana.
Our mission is to empower emerging artists by providing the resources, education, and community needed to amplify their creative voices.
Through workshops, mentorship, and collaborative opportunities, we foster communities, promote visibility, and drive meaningful change to build a more equitable and inclusive future for the arts.
For collaborations or workshop inquiries, please contact us at: mayalunerising@gmail.com
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
Announcing soon
PAST WORKSHOPS
Screenwriting Workshop
Belize City, April 29 – May 1, 2026
A three-day screenwriting intensive rooted in folklore, identity, and place. Learn more →
Belize Film Exchange
Belize City, June, 2025
A five-day filmmaking intensive
led by industry professionals from Belize, USA, and Mexico. Learn more →
Future Frames : Youth for Justice
Belize, Toucan Ridge Ecology and Education Society, December, 2024
A three-day youth based filmmaking workshop
rooted in community and climate change. Learn more →
