Julie Nederkoorn

Julie Nederkoorn is an international film industry professional with over a decade of experience across global festivals and markets. Guided by the belief that cinema and storytelling can inspire change and foster a more just world, she joined Movies that Matter in 2015, where she now serves as Head of the International Programme and Head of Industry. In her role, Julie manages the festival’s Industry programme, oversees year-round Netherlands programming, and directs the Activist Lens programme. She actively supports human rights film festivals across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe through funding, training, and strategic guidance. Additionally, she managed the Human Rights Film Network, sits on the advisory board of the International Coalition for Filmmakers at Risk and on the board of the Human Rights Tattoo Foundation. Julie holds a BSc in Cultural Anthropology and an MA in Conflict Studies & Human Rights, alongside prior experience in partnership and communication.