We are documentary filmmakers, story tellers and change makers.
We philanthropically support the documentary film sector in Australia.
We nurture creative development and host residencies for visual and performing artists.
This is Shark Island Institute.

An independent documentary production company making award-winning social impact films, based in Sydney.

A philanthropic foundation dedicated to funding and supporting documentary filmmaking in Australia.

Our residential arts hub in Kangaroo Valley, where films, stories, theatre, music and art are created and developed.

HEART & SOUL with David Leser

A new conversation series exploring the inner lives of remarkable Australians.

Launching 24 August, journalist and author David Leser sits down with writers, artists, musicians, journalists and public figures for intimate conversations about meaning, purpose, love, loss and what it means to be human.

Featuring:
Jennifer Robinson, Ben Quilty, Jennifer Byrne, Rob Hirst, Deborah Thomas, Geraldine Brooks and more.

Watch on YouTube. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.