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TEDx USF SP
Jess was honored to present her speech "From Silent to Blind Athlete" The University of South Florida TEDx Event (April 2019)
Why Emojis Are Important to the Blind
In 2018 it was announced that a new series of disability-inclusive emojis would be released in 2019. These emojis included wheelchair users, amputees, deaf individuals and, to my delight, blind characters.
7 Tips For Finding Happiness After Vision Loss
Facing vision loss at any age is life altering, and can be scary. Whether you have received a diagnosis that will eventually result in visual impairment or you are facing it currently, there are steps you can take now...
Athlete Spotlight
Published on EVFPerformance.com
How/when did you get involved in CrossFit?
I got into CrossFit through my best friend and training partner, Shawn Carson, who had been a member well before me. I was training to run a Spartan Race and for months he encouraged me to give EVF a try...
Article: 5 Little Know Facts About Being A Blind Athlete
Published on TheMighty.com
For most the two words “blind” and “athlete” sound mutually exclusive. How could someone who can’t see catch a ball, navigate a field full of players or find a puck? And to be fair, it is highly unlikely we will...
Article: 7 Insights into the World of a White Cane User
Published on TheMighty.com
It’s 5 p.m. in a crowded hallway after a professional speaking event. As I cautiously move forward trying to navigate with my limited vision and my white cane...
Article: Please Don't Grab Me
Published On TheMighty.com
Throughout my daily life, I have the opportunity to meet a large number of wonderful people who prior to our interaction were complete strangers to me. On the other side, just as frequently, I have the misfortune of being treated as less than human...
Article: 7 Insights for New Parents of Low Vision and Blind Children
Published on TheMighty.com
Over the past year, I have had the honor of connecting with many new parents of low vision and blind children. Across all of the different conversations I’ve had, some very common themes eventually arise in our discussions...
Blog Contribution: The Power of Confidence
Self- confidence is an integral of success in our personal and professional lives. As a blind athlete, speaker, and coach; self-confidence is essential for me to function in the world and one of the main areas in which I work with clients...
