2025 Red Carpet Awards
What an amazing day was had at our 2024 Red Carpet Awards. You can watch the event in full via the video above. – Full list of the 2024 Winners
The Focus Story
For the 17th consecutive year, NOVA Employment proudly presents the Focus on Ability Short Film Festival!
This vibrant festival invites filmmakers to celebrate the abilities of people with disabilities, sharing powerful stories that captivate audiences around the globe. This year has been nothing short of spectacular, with our generous sponsors contributing over $100,000 in cash and prizes to inspire filmmakers and empower individuals with disabilities to share their unique narratives.
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Meet the Team
The Focus on Ability film festival is involves a huge amount of effort from a large number of talented individuals. Meet some of those people here.
Martin WrenFOA Creator
In 2009, Martin 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.
Paula DuncanFOA Ambassador
Paula Duncan, known for both her success in the Australian film and television industry and passion for supporting people with disability, has worked tirelessly to bring this festival to the world.
Ryan GoodwinCreative Director
Ryan Goodwin studied as a journalist and has used his curiosity and ability to talk to people to encourage film makers from all walks of life to tell their story via the medium of film.
