Stories have the power to transform how we see the world.

For nearly two decades, ReelAbilities has been harnessing the power of film to challenge stereotypes, expand perspectives, and advance disability inclusion.

Through award-winning films, thought-provoking conversations, educational programs, and industry initiatives, we create spaces where authentic disability stories reach audiences who may never have encountered them before. Every screening, panel, and partnership helps build a more inclusive culture, one story at a time.

Today, ReelAbilities is more than a film festival. We are a year-round nonprofit organization working at the intersection of arts, accessibility, education, and social impact.

Our Impact

For 18 years, ReelAbilities has become a leading global platform for disability representation through film and culture.

Our work includes:

• Annual flagship festival in New York City

• A growing network of affiliate festivals across North America

• Year-round community screenings and conversations

• Industry programs advancing authentic representation on and off screen

• Educational initiatives serving schools, universities, and workplaces

• Fully accessible experiences, including captions, audio description, ASL interpretation, CART, sensory-friendly programming, and other accessibility services

Every ReelAbilities event demonstrates that accessibility doesn't limit the audience. It expands it.

Why It Matters

More than one billion people worldwide live with a disability, yet authentic representation remains dramatically underrepresented across film and media.

Stories shape public perception. Public perception influences opportunity, belonging, employment, education, and policy.

By investing in authentic storytelling, we help create a future where disability is recognized as a natural and valued part of the human experience.

Partner With Us

Whether you're an individual philanthropist, foundation, corporation, studio, or media company, your partnership helps us:

• Expand accessible film programming

• Support emerging filmmakers with disabilities

• Reach new audiences through education and community engagement

• Advance authentic disability representation throughout the entertainment industry

Together, we can ensure that more stories are told, more voices are heard, and more barriers are removed.

Let's Start a Conversation

We'd love to explore how we can work together.

Contact us: [email protected]

Support ReelAbilities

If you'd like to make an immediate impact, your contribution helps expand accessible programming, educational initiatives, filmmaker support, and community engagement throughout the year.