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SUMMARY:Advocating for Change Through Resilience 
DESCRIPTION:La Lucha follows the inspiring journey of Feliza\, Mareele\, Rose Mery\, and Miguel\, who led a powerful movement advocating for the rights of people with disabilities. Over the course of 35 days and 250 miles\, they rally hundreds of supporters as they trek across the harsh Andes to reach the Bolivian capital. Enduring hunger\, extreme conditions\, and facing obstacles such as barricades\, riot police\, and hostility\, these brave activists press on with unwavering determination. \n\n\n\nTheir relentless fight ultimately leads them to La Paz\, where they rewrite national history. Following the screening\, a panel discussion will dive into the topic of disability advocacy\, exploring how individuals can make a meaningful difference in the fight for rights and equality.  \n\n\n\nPresenter: Northern Virginia Community College – Alexandria Campus / Accommodations and Accessibility Services \n\n\n\nReelAbilities 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.
URL:https://thej.org/event/advocating-for-change-through-resilience/
LOCATION:Northern Virginia Community College – Alexandria Campus\, 5000 Dawes Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia\, 22311
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Inclusion & Disabilities
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SUMMARY:Workplace Breakthroughs: Overcoming Barriers to Inclusion
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a screening of 25 Prospect Street\, a heartwarming and inspiring behind-the-scenes look at the Prospector Theater\, a non-profit cinema with a mission to provide competitive and inclusive employment for people with disabilities. The film follows Val\, an eccentric\, pink-haired visionary\, as she works to make her dream theater a reality\, all while navigating the complexities of her relationship with her sister Hope. As the theater grows from a small-town operation to a beacon of hope\, watch as the team laughs\, cries\, and earns their first paychecks—proving that dreams are achievable for everyone. After the screening\, join us for a panel discussion on the challenges and opportunities of being disabled in the workplace\, featuring insights from advocates and industry experts.  \n\n\n\nPresenter: Makom \n\n\n\nReelAbilities 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.
URL:https://thej.org/event/workplace-breakthroughs-overcoming-barriers-to-inclusion/
LOCATION:Makom\, 1500 East Jefferson Street\, Rockville\, Maryland\, 20852
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Inclusion & Disabilities
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