Past events • September 20, 2024
Conversations with USH: Becca Meyers
On September 20th, 2024, the Usher Syndrome Society hosted Conversations with USH in honor of Usher Syndrome Awareness Day. Conversations with USH is a live interview series moderated by Rebecca Alexander, highlighting the experiences of individuals from around the world who navigate life with Usher syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that causes combined deafness and blindness. This series aims to foster a greater understanding of Usher syndrome, dispel misconceptions, and build a community of support, strength, and empowerment.
The event showcased a short film created by The Usher Syndrome Society about Paralympic swimmer Becca Meyers and her experience as a world champion athlete living with Usher syndrome. Following the debut of the film, Rebecca Alexander, a psychotherapist and recognized keynote speaker who also lives with Usher syndrome, engaged in a heartfelt interview with Becca about her ongoing journey.
About becca meyers
Becca, born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, is a highly accomplished athlete with an impressive record of achievements. She is a 2-time Paralympian, earning 3 Paralympic Gold Medals, 2 Paralympic Silver Medals, and 1 Bronze Medal. Becca is also a 6-time World Champion Gold Medalist, a holder of multiple World and American records, and a 2-time winner of the ESPN ESPY Award for Best Female Athlete with a Disability. In addition to her athletic accomplishments, Becca graduated Cum Laude from Franklin & Marshall College.
About Rebecca Alexander
Rebecca Alexander is an award-winning author, psychotherapist, mental health educator, keynote speaker, disability rights advocate, extreme athlete, and fitness coach, Rebecca Alexander is almost completely blind and deaf. Grateful for every sound, sight, and sense, Rebecca transforms personal adversities into a platform for empowerment and advocacy while educating others to navigate and dismantle societal and personal barriers.
About Rebecca Alexander
Rebecca Alexander is an award-winning author, psychotherapist, mental health educator, keynote speaker, disability rights advocate, extreme athlete, and fitness coach, Rebecca Alexander is almost completely blind and deaf. Grateful for every sound, sight, and sense, Rebecca transforms personal adversities into a platform for empowerment and advocacy while educating others to navigate and dismantle societal and personal barriers.
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