The New York International Women Festival is a seasonal competitive film festival dedicated to celebrating film style and the female gaze in cinema. Its primary mission is to valorize the work of women filmmakers, seeking unique and innovative perspectives to promote their artistry. While prioritizing films directed by women, the festival also accepts projects from non-female directors that explore themes of womanhood. Beyond gender, it focuses on the stylistic features of cinema, examining elements like camera movements, set designs, and contributions from makeup artists, production designers, and costume designers, and also includes a focus on fashion in film. The festival has a seasonal structure, with judges privately reviewing submitted materials and announcing winners.