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Event Category: Inclusion & Disabilities

Grants for Filmmakers: A Beginner’s Roadmap to Success

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 901 G Street Northwest, Washington, District of Columbia

Join us for a workshop tailored for filmmakers looking to secure funding for their projects. We’ll break down the grant application process, offering practical tips on writing effective proposals, understanding what funders are looking for, and navigating the world of film-specific grants. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your approach, this event […]

Adventures Beyond the Classroom

ServiceSource Inc. 10467 White Granite Drive, Oakton, Virginia

At a prestigious boarding school for the deaf, shy and reserved Jamie forms an unlikely friendship with the bold and adventurous Imane. Together, they embark on a spontaneous road trip to Paris, hoping for an exciting escape from their routine. However, when things don’t go as planned, their journey takes unexpected twists and turns. As […]

More Than the Game: Disability, Inclusion, and Teamwork

Congregation Olam Tikvah 3800 Glenbrook Road, Fairfax, Virginia

Join us for a family-friendly film screening featuring a heartwarming story that explores the intersection of disability and sports. In "Rally Caps," young Jordy, recovering from a serious Little League injury, heads to summer camp and forms a special bond with Lucas, a boy adjusting to life after Cochlear Implant surgery. Together, they lead their […]

Resilience and the Human Spirit: Pushing Beyond Physical Limits

Temple Rodef Shalom 2100 Westmoreland St, Falls Church, Virginia

Join us for a screening of FACING THE FALLS, the powerful documentary about Cara Elizabeth Yar Khan, a disability advocate who embarks on a 12-day expedition through the Grand Canyon while battling a life-threatening muscle-wasting disease. Despite being unable to walk unassisted, Cara pushes her physical limits, demonstrating the incredible power of resilience and determination. […]

Advocating for Change Through Resilience 

Northern Virginia Community College - Alexandria Campus 5000 Dawes Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia

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 […]

Workplace Breakthroughs: Overcoming Barriers to Inclusion

Makom 1500 East Jefferson Street, Rockville, Maryland

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 […]

Unstoppable: Breaking Barriers Through Resilience and Inclusion

Beth El Hebrew Congregation 3830 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, Virginia

Join us for an inspiring film screening that highlights empowerment, visibility, and breaking through societal barriers. Through two compelling stories, we witness the power of resilience and determination in overcoming personal and societal limitations. Working Differently takes us behind the scenes of the film and television industry, exploring the critical need for accessibility and inclusion, […]

The Fight for Rights: Resilience and Advocacy 

Edlavitch DC JCC 1529 16th St NW, Washington, DC

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 […]

Navigating the Challenges of Marriage for Disabled Couples

The REACH, at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts 2700 F St NW, Washington, District of Columbia

Love, Benefits, and the System: Navigating the Challenges of Marriage for Disabled Couples@ The Kennedy Center Patrice and Garry, a disabled couple in their 50s, face a difficult dilemma: their desire to marry is complicated by the potential loss of essential benefits. In the face of this challenging decision, they opt for a commitment ceremony […]

Unstoppable: Embracing the Power of Music

the CenterStage 2310 Colts Neck Rd., Reston, Virginia

Join us for a screening of "Amazing Grace," the inspiring story of a talented young musician whose dreams were interrupted by a rare illness, Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). Once on her way to the prestigious Berklee College of Music, Grace’s life changed drastically on her 17th birthday. Despite the challenges, she embraces her new reality […]

ReelAbilities Film Festival – Closing Night

Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia 8900 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax, VA

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 […]

Going Places! Purim Dance at the J

Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia 8900 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax, VA

Come join your Going Places! friends for a costume dance party to celebrate the holiday of Purim at the Pozez JCC. We'll have music and snacks and time together! Going Places! is a social club for teens and adults with disabilities to socialize and participate in fun activities.

$30