by A2A Alliance | Jun 20, 2017
Patrick Filosa Adversity: Amputation Advocacy: Raises money for nonprofits that serve young amputees “I wanted to become an advocate because I can show the younger generation that with a good mind, heart and respect, anything’s possible.” Patrick...
by A2A Alliance | Mar 1, 2016
Adrianne Haslet-Davis Adversity: Lost left leg from knee down in Boston Marathon bombing Advocacy: Worldwide advocate on behalf of amputees “As an advocate for amputees around the globe I am in constant awareness of how my actions can help. In this world of...
by A2A Alliance | Jun 23, 2015
BJ Miller Adversity: Triple amputee, near-death experience Advocacy: Provides palliative care to patients living and suffering with serious illness “With my dramatic adversity comes the possibility for dramatic joy. Sharing this with others makes sweet of...
by A2A Alliance | Jan 27, 2014
Jessica Melore Adversity: Suffered a heart attack, organ failure, amputation, and cancer Advocacy: Became a public health advocate & international motivational speaker on overcoming adversity “I try to live my life to the fullest, to be an example that...
