ReelAbilities Film Festival – Closing Night

Steps of Strength: The Road to Dignity and Justice

7pm-9pm (Film and Post-film Discussion)
9pm-10:30pm (Reception)

“La Lucha” follows the inspiring 35-day, 250-mile journey of four activists who marched across the Andes to La Paz advocating for disability rights. Despite harsh conditions and hostility, their determination, supported by allies, led to laws recognizing disability rights in Bolivia, showcasing the power of collective action.

After the film, stay for a conversation on Disability Rights Advocacy where breaking barriers to inclusion and promoting policies for equal access to education, healthcare, and employment will be discussed.

Moderator: Paul Marengo, Festival Director
Speaker: Lucy Beadnell, Director of Advocacy, The Arc of Northern Virginia

The finishing touch on our evening will be a reception, where we’ll raise our glasses to celebrate the conclusion of this incredible festival. We look forward to toasting to the memories and moments we’ve shared.

Tickets: $20

ReelAbilities Film Festival: Greater Washington is dedicated to promoting awareness and appreciation of the lives, stories and artistic expressions of people with disabilities. Each year, this dynamic festival, powered by the Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia, presents both domestic and international award-winning films paired with interactive programming that gives us a new perspective and highlights the vibrant personalities, realities, and extraordinary abilities of people. View the full schedule here.

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