Impact DOCS Awards is an international hybrid awards competition dedicated to recognizing high-quality documentary films. It is not structured as a traditional film festival, but rather focuses on honoring the achievements of documentary filmmakers globally, offering recognition and publicity for their work. The competition aims to serve documentary filmmakers who are making an impact, drawing submissions from both veteran filmmakers and emerging talent. Based in La Jolla, California, the Impact DOCS Awards grant accolades to producers from numerous countries.