Lucy Meyer: From Trauma to Perseverance to Joy and Leadership

Lucy Meyer, 26-years-old, is an international advocate and spokesperson for young people with disabilities. She has worked closely with Special Olympics, Best Buddies, and UNICEF.  Lucy was born with cerebral palsy as a result of oxygen deprivation for five minutes at birth. Doctors originally indicated that Lucy might never be able to sit up or swallow. She proudly states that the doctors were wrong! Lucy lives with both physical and intellectual disabilities, but she has never let these challenges stop her! 

Since 2013, she has worked tirelessly to make sure that young people with disabilities, wherever they are around the world, receive quality health and education, and experience the joy of sport and participation in society. She has raised millions of dollars to help young people with disabilities. Her advocacy has taken her to the United Nations, U.S. Congress, as well as meetings with ministers and officials throughout the world. She has spoken at over 200 schools to over 60,000 students. To learn more, please visit teamlucymeyer.org!