Focus on Ability Short Film Festival

Focus on Ability Short Film Festival A short film festival that is all about promoting the ability of people with disability. In 2021, 265 films were entered from 21 countries.

For the 14th consecutive year NOVA Employment presents the Focus on Ability Short Film Festival. This festival asks film makers to "Focus on the Ability" of people with a disability and tell a story on film for the world to view. Despite all the challenges we faced in 2021 our film makers continued the push and we had an amazing 265 entries. This has laid the foundations for a 2022 festival which

is set to be the biggest yet, and our generous sponsors have donated over $100,000 worth of cash and prizes to encourage film makers and people with disability to tell their stories. In 2009, CEO of NOVA Employment Martin Wren began the festival with a belief in the ability of people with disability, and the goal of bringing that belief to the world through the medium of film. Martin recognised the power of film to challenge people"s fixed beliefs and perceptions about the lives and abilities of people with disability around the world. NOVA, together with Paula Duncan, known for both her success in the Australian film and television industry and passion for supporting people with disability, have worked tirelessly to bring this festival to the world. The Focus on Ability Film Festival is for people of all talent levels with many first time film makers taking out major prizes. Previous years films have been both educational and inspirational and have been viewed in 168 countries across the world and voted on by over 1,000,000 people. Feedback from people who have viewed the films has shown that these entries have the power to change attitudes and challenge perceptions. The audience capacity is well over 1,000,000 people and continuing to grow, providing unmatched exposure for up and coming film makers and for people with disability to bring their message to the world. Films are judged by a professional judging panel and subject to an online voting process, with separate prizes for each category. For full festival details and to view the over 1,700 films from years past head to www.focusonability.com.au

The moment has arrived – voting is officially live for the 2025 Focus on Ability Short Film Festival International Award...
22/07/2025

The moment has arrived – voting is officially live for the 2025 Focus on Ability Short Film Festival International Awards!

🎉 With 121 incredible finalists from 25 countries, now’s your chance to explore inspiring films and support your favourites.

Head to www.focusonability.com.au, click “View & Vote Now”, choose your country and category, and cast your one vote per category. You can win $250AUD just by voting.

💬 Don’t forget to leave a supportive comment —they mean the world to the filmmakers.

Voting closes midnight, July 28 (Sydney time), so don’t wait!

You’ll receive a quick email to verify your vote (check your spam folder just in case). If it gets missed, no worries — we’ll manually verify all legitimate votes.

📣 Sharing on socials? Tag us! We love seeing your posts and celebrating your stories.

Let’s spread the word and celebrate ability through film!

🎬🌍 Focus on Ability Short Film Festival Goes Global! 🌍🎬

We’re excited to announce that the International Section of the Focus on Ability Short Film Festival features a record-breaking 121 finalists from 25 countries! 🌟

These powerful short films, showcasing the talents and stories of people with disability from across the globe, will be live for online voting from July 22 – 28.

💻 Watch. Vote. Win!
Head to 👉 www.focusonability.com.au
Every vote counts—and just by voting, you’ll go in the draw to win $250 cash! 💵

Australian and School entries will be July 30 - August 5.

Support inclusion. Celebrate ability. Cast your vote! 🙌

🎬🌍 Focus on Ability Short Film Festival Goes Global! 🌍🎬We’re excited to announce that the International Section of the F...
16/07/2025

🎬🌍 Focus on Ability Short Film Festival Goes Global! 🌍🎬

We’re excited to announce that the International Section of the Focus on Ability Short Film Festival features a record-breaking 121 finalists from 25 countries! 🌟

These powerful short films, showcasing the talents and stories of people with disability from across the globe, will be live for online voting from July 22 – 28.

💻 Watch. Vote. Win!
Head to 👉 www.focusonability.com.au
Every vote counts—and just by voting, you’ll go in the draw to win $250 cash! 💵

Australian and School entries will be July 30 - August 5.

Support inclusion. Celebrate ability. Cast your vote! 🙌

29/06/2025

🎬 LAST CALL FOR ENTRIES – Focus on Ability Short Film Festival🌍

Entries are flooding in from across the globe – but there’s still time for you to join the celebration!

🎥 Got a story that celebrates ability and challenges perceptions? Submit your short film now and be part of a global movement that shines a light on talent, inclusion, and creativity.

⏰ Entries close midnight July 1 – and because we’re an International Festival, that means as long as it’s still July 1 somewhere in the world (shoutout to Howland and Baker Islands 🌎), you’re in!

Don’t miss this chance to inspire the world. Enter now:
👉www.focusonability.com.au

13/06/2025

🎬 Calling all filmmakers! Shine a light on disability and tell a story that matters. Enter your short film in the Focus on Ability Short Film Festival today. Entries close July 1 – don’t miss your chance to inspire the world! 🌍✨

29/05/2025

Just under 5 weeks until entries close - July 1

Still plenty of time to submit a film in this years Focus on Ability Short Film Festival. We are currently finalising the prize list with some amazing money can't buy film industry experiences, complimenting over $100k in cash and prizes.

In the lead up we will be sharing some winning films from the past 10 years. Please enjoy the 2016 School Short Film Winner - Northside Christian College - Seeing Shai

www.focusonability.com.au

19/05/2025

Attention Hawaii Filmmakers!

The Focus on Ability Short Film Festival is calling on YOU to showcase your creativity in the 2025 festival!

We’re looking for inspiring short films and documentaries that highlight the incredible ability of individuals with disability. And here’s the exciting part—there’s over $100,000 in cash and prizes up for grabs!

Plus, the top entry from Hawaii will take home a special $1000 prize!

This is your chance to make an impact, tell a powerful story, and show the world what true ability looks like!

So, what are you waiting for? Grab your camera, get creative, and start filming!

Entries close July 1—don’t miss out!

Learn more and submit your film at www.focusonability.com.au

Hawaii - Freelance Film / TV Crew & Equipment Requests
Hawaii Filmmakers Forum

19/05/2025

Now’s the time to grab a camera and shine a light on ability! Submissions are open for the 2025 Focus on Ability Short Film Festival – and we want to see your voice, your vision, your story.
AbiliTV is proud to sponsor this incredible celebration of creativity and inclusion.
Check out our video preview and get inspired to be part of something powerful.

16/05/2025

🎬 Win a BRAND NEW CAR! 🚗💥 (Australian Film Makers)

Enter the Focus on Ability Short Film Festival for your shot at the big prize! 🏆🎥

Showcase your talent, share your story, and drive away a winner!

Entries close July 1 — don’t miss out!

www.focusonability.com.au

07/05/2025

2025 Focus on Ability Short Film Festival Thailand

สถานเอกอัครราชทูตออสเตรเลีย ประจำประเทศไทยและเทศกาลภาพยนตร์ Focus on Ability Short Film Festival
ขอเชิญคุณมาร่วมแสดงพลังแห่งความคิดสร้างสรรค์ ในเทศกาลปีนี้
เราประทับใจอย่างมากกับภาพยนตร์ที่ยอดเยี่ยมจากประเทศไทย และปีนี้เราต้องการให้คุณมาร่วมเป็นส่วนหนึ่งในกิจกรรมครั้งนี้
เรากำลังมองหา ภาพยนตร์สั้นและสารคดีที่สร้างแรงบรรดาลใจ ซึ่งเฉลิมฉลองศักยภาพของบุคคลที่มีความพิการ
และข่าวดี มีเงินรางวัลรวมกันกว่า 100,000 ดอลลาร์ รอคุณอยู่
นอกจากนี้ ผลงานที่ดีที่สุดจากไทย จะได้รับรางวัลพิเศษ มูลค่า 1,000 ดอลลาร์ออสเตรเลีย
นี่คือโอกาสของคุณในการสร้างความเปลี่ยนแปลง ด้วยการเล่าเรื่องราวที่ทรงพลัง และแสดงให้โลกเห็นถึง ความสามารถที่แท้จริง

อย่ารอช้า หยิบกล้องขึ้นมา ปลดปล่อยความสร้างสรรค์ของคุณแล้วเริ่มถ่ายทำได้เลย
หมดเขตวันที่ 1 กรกฏาคม
ห้ามพลาดโอกาสดี ๆ นี้
ดูรายละเอียดเพิ่มเติม และส่งผลงานได้ที่ www.focusonability.com.au

Calling all filmmakers in Thailand!

The Australian Embassy, Thailand and Focus on Ability Short Film Festival are excited to invite you to showcase your creativity in the 2025 festival.

We’ve been blown away by the incredible films from Thailand, and this year, we want YOU to join in!

We’re looking for inspiring short films and documentaries that celebrate the abilities of individuals with disabilities.

And guess what? There’s over $100,000 in cash and prizes up for grabs!

Plus, the best entry from Thailand will win a special 1,000 Australian Dollar prize!

This is your chance to make an impact, tell a powerful story, and show the world what true ability looks like!

So what are you waiting for?

Grab your camera, unleash your creativity, and start filming!
Entries close July 1, so don’t miss out!

Find out more and submit your film at www.Focusonability.com.au

Bangkok Film School World Film Festival of Bangkok Official Bangkok Underground Film Festival

28/04/2025

2025 Focus on Ability Short Film Festival - Malawi Focus On Ability Society - FOAS Call for Malawi Entries.

Nkhalani mmodzi mwa omwe apambane photo ya ndalama yokwana US$250, US$500 komanso AU$5,000 pojambula kanema woonetsa kuthekera kwa anthu omwe ali ndi ulumali
Kanemayo atsapitilire mphindi 5.
Tumizani kanema wanu potsapitilira 1 July, 2025.
Dziwani zambiri, poyankhulana ndi MacDonald Nyirenda pa WhatsApp nambala 0888 52 54 96 Kapena pitani pa www.focusonability.com

Be one of those to win prize money of US$250, US$500 and AU$5,000 for producing a film showcasing abilities of people with a disability.

The film should not exceed 5 minutes. Send your film by 1 July, 2025.

For more information, speak with me, MacDonald Nyirenda on WhatsApp, 0888 52 54 96 or go to www.focusonability.com

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26/03/2025

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