ReelAbilities Houston

February 15-24, 2022, ReelArt opening February 6
Change Perceptions. Remove Stigma. Eliminate Barriers.
The ReelAbilities Houston Film & Arts Festival promotes inclusion and celebrates the lives, stories and talents of people with disabilities, making an impact that lasts far beyond the Festival. 

Event Schedule
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10
Years of Impact
70+
Volunteers
60+
Community Partners
8,000+
Festival Attendees
Who We Are
ReelAbilities Houston, a ten-plus day film and arts festival annually produced by the JFS Alexander Institute for Inclusion in collaboration with the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities, uses the arts as a vehicle to promote inclusion and amplify the voices of people with disabilities locally and nationally.
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Our Team

The ReelAbilities Houston Festival is made possible by our dedicated leadership and Festival volunteers.

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"ReelAbilities 2021 was incredible. Each Festival gets better and better, as the movement grows and changes."
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Explore Our Programs

Beyond 10+ days of film, art, music, speakers and more, ReelAbilities Houston’s ongoing programs educate and inspire.

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ReelArt
ReelArt showcases the work of artists from Celebration Company, a social entrepreneurial program for adults with disabilities.
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ReelEducation
The Festival brings free programing to Houston-area schools to communicate the message of inclusion to our city’s youth.
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ReelWorkplace panelists and speakers including Lex Frieden and Gabe Cazares
ReelWorkplace
Free presentations featuring films, speakers and etiquette workshops about inclusion are available for local companies.
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Upcoming Events

Celebrate the lives, stories and talents of people with disabilities at a ReelAbilities Houston event.

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Recent News

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COVID Protocols for ReelAbilities Houston 2022
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Festival News & Events
2021 Festival Outcomes
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ReelEducation
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ReelEducation 2022 Announced Programs and Events

Support Our Festival

ReelAbilities Houston is able to provide free events and programs because of generous supporters. Become a Friend of the Festival today.
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Thank you to our sponsors for supporting ReelAbilities Houston

Because of your support, we can create the best possible cultural and educational film and arts festival for the City of Houston, reaching thousands with the message of inclusion.
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