Recipient videos of the PLURAL+ Youth Video Festival are chosen based on their potential to have an impact on the audience, as well as on their artistic, innovative, and creative content. UNAOC and IOM work closely with an International Jury of six to eight members who are selected every year for their experience and achievements in the fields of filmmaking and media, as well as migration, diversity, social inclusion, and the prevention of xenophobia.

There are a variety of opportunities and distinctions granted through PLURAL+ each year. The PLURAL+ International Jury Distinction is given to one video per age category (Three in total: Up to 12 years old; 13 to 17 years old; and 18 to 25 years old). In addition, UNAOC and IOM will confer the following Special Recognitions:

• The Special Recognition for Combating Xenophobia and Discrimination will be conferred to a film that advocates for mutual respect and that illustrates the global issues of xenophobia and discrimination, particularly when based on ethnicity, religion or belief, such as antisemitism, Christianophobia, Islamophobia and other forms of religious intolerance.
• The The Special Recognition for Inclusive Action on Climate Change and its impact on Migration will be granted to the best short film that explores the nexus between migration, environment and climate change and highlights the challenges and opportunities, while also advocating for inclusive approaches that address the intersecting strengths and vulnerabilities of diverse communities.

PLURAL+ partner organizations will also confer a multitude of recognitions and professional opportunities to outstanding young filmmakers.

Recipients get a chance to present their work during the annual PLURAL+ Ceremony, an exciting event attended by a diverse, global audience (UN staff, media professionals, representatives of civil society organizations, academics, etc.).

PLURAL+ videos gain international exposure, and their young media makers get the opportunity to meet and network with many professionals, peers, and organizations and explore opportunities for further distribution and dissemination of their work.