About this Short Film
Strength is my Ability, by Stewart Nicholls (Australia, 2022), explores themes of accident, brain injury and living with intellectual or medical disability. The film presents an adult perspective on rebuilding skills, finding motivation and negotiating everyday life after change. Offering a close, human view rather than grand statements, it sits well within the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival, which champions the abilities and achievements of people with disability. Expect a film that invites reflection and conversation about resilience, practical skill-building and the diverse ways people adapt. A concise, respectful piece that adds an important voice to our programme.
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Stewart Nicholls is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Stewart Nicholls.
Thankyou Jarrad for your selfless commitment to going beyond yourself to share with others your painful journey and your willingness to be vulnerable in order to help educate and potentially save people from such a traumatic experience that you had and still are facing every day and to put yourself out there in the real hope of saving people from death .. from the sadness and heartbreaking result it leaves the person but also those who love them... Thankyou for your courage and so wonderful you have such a beautiful wife to walk this path with you to support and live your lives together... God bless you and your family.... Trish
You are one of our most selfless humansJarrad.Re-living your trauma over over in the hope it saves another from experiencing what you went through is a strength not everyone has but you do.Well done.
Focus dedication inspiration determination loyalty passion integrity are a few words that spring to mind when describing my experiences with Jarrod. Keep pushing forward Jarrod.
Legend Jarrod Thanks for speaking with our National Parks Wildlife Service group and sharing valuable lessons about slowing down and living your best life when you have the chance. Thanks mate
Jarrad's story was confronting but so inspiring and so important. His bravery in sharing his important message and his desire to make a difference and save lives is something that is absolutely worthy of my vote
Well done Jarrad for speaking out truely inspired.
I have seen Jarrad speak to professional Fleet Managers and it was both a sobering and inspiring experience for all of us. He is to be commended for his efforts in educating so many members of the public.
You are truly inspirational Jarrad good luck from Scotland
You're a bloody good man Jarrad. Noble in your cause and a very generous courageous person to share your story. Good stuff mate
What an inspiration you are Jarrad