The Armenian “Rolan Bykov Foundation” was founded in Yerevan in 2001. Its main goal is implementation of cultural, educational, human rights and social projects addressed to aesthetic, cultural, and educational development of children and youth. The Foundation, along with numerous other projects, is also the organizer of “Rolan” International Film Festival for Children and Youth” in Armenia, which in this format is the only international film forum for children and youth in South Caucasus.

Over the years, the Foundation has implemented more than 70 international projects and organized 21 editions of the “Rolan” International Film Festival for Children and Youth.

During the 20 years of the Festival’s activity:

• more than 800 thousand people participated in the Festival;
• in 2020-2025, the number of followers on the Festival social platforms has reached 1 000 000;
• the Festival has covered Yerevan and all regions of the republic of Armenia;
• representatives from all continents took part in the Festival;
• age group of participants and audience: 6-100 years old.

You can find detailed information about the “Rolan” International Children and Youth Film Festival at the following link: https://www.rolanbf.com

After more than 25 years of activity, a decision was made to rename the Armenian Rolan Bikov Foundation. The organization is now called the Armenian Foundation for Promotion of Cinema and TV for Children and Youtհ  “Manu Fund” Accordingly, the festival has been rebranded as the “ManuFest” International Film Festival for Children and Youth(ManuFest IFF).

The name “Manu” is based on the Armenian word “manuk” (child), symbolizing the values, goals, and vision around which our activities have been built over the years.

This change introduces a new phase with a refreshed and relevant approach, while preserving the core values and mission that have defined the foundation and the festival.