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First Deafblind Graduate of Harvard Law School, Forbes 30 Under 30, Obama Champion of Change, Disability Rights Lawyer, Author, Speaker,

San Francisco, CA
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Joined August 2013
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    Apr 23

    My new book received a starred review from Publishers Weekly: "This is a heartwarming memoir of a woman who champions access and dignity for all.” Preorder the book:

    The book cover shows Haben Girma in profile, confidently facing forward in a blue dress. The background is a warm red, and white text over the bottom half of the image says, “Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law. Haben Girma.”
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    May 12

    Great to see the power of together!

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    Geena Davis co-founded the Bentonville Film Festival to inspire more diversity in film and TV. My talk advocating for authentic representation received a standing ovation, and afterwards I showed Geena my braille computer.
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  3. Retweeted
    May 11

    Can't wait to read this!

    The book cover shows Haben Girma in profile, confidently facing forward in a blue dress. The background is a warm red, and white text over the bottom half of the image says, “Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law. Haben Girma.”
    My new book received a starred review from Publishers Weekly: "This is a heartwarming memoir of a woman who champions access and dignity for all.” Preorder the book:
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    May 11

    Get a copy! We heard Haben speak at ! Amazing lady!! So inspirational.

    The book cover shows Haben Girma in profile, confidently facing forward in a blue dress. The background is a warm red, and white text over the bottom half of the image says, “Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law. Haben Girma.”
    My new book received a starred review from Publishers Weekly: "This is a heartwarming memoir of a woman who champions access and dignity for all.” Preorder the book:
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  5. May 11

    Geena Davis co-founded the Bentonville Film Festival to inspire more diversity in film and TV. My talk advocating for authentic representation received a standing ovation, and afterwards I showed Geena my braille computer.

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    May 8

    “95% of characters w/ portrayed in film are played by actors w/o disabilities… Imagine if 95% of female characters were played by men.” - Drop knowledge and brought the truth at D&I Summit 🙌🏼🙌🏼 – at 21c Museum Hotel

    Haben on stage with her dog Milo
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    May 9

    “Inclusion happens when people take affirmative steps to remove barriers.” —

    Haben Girma speaks from a raised podium to an audience of businesspeople.
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    May 9

    “Inclusion happens when people take affirmative steps to remove barriers” -

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    May 10

    Loved this conversation with disability justice lawyer and . Great banter! Don't call this interview "inspirational."

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    Apr 29

    "Society needs to remove the it created that make it difficult for people to succeed," says . I couldn't agree more, especially because this is to the benefit of society.

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  11. Apr 30

    Seattle friends, I'm speaking at the University of Washington on Tue May 7, 5-7 PM. This event is free and open to the public. Space is limited so please register here:

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  12. Apr 29

    Amazon Is the first major tech company to hire full-tiime ASL interpreters for Deaf employees 👏🏽 Good move, ! Which company is next?

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    Apr 27

    “Many people try to hide their challenges. My power comes from owning my challenges and working to find alternative solutions.” - ’s first deaf and blind grad who fights for the rights of others, talking with

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    Apr 27

    Anything is possible. , you are amazing.

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    Apr 26

    Congrats my dear ! You are beyond amazing! You conquered Harvard Law by becoming the 1st ever deafblind graduate, which makes you a courageous, smart, & resilient pioneer! You conquered life itself well beyond your amazing success as a lawyer!

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    Apr 26

    Thank you for all you do. You are an inspiration. 🙏🏾🤟🏾

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    Apr 26

    Harvard Law School's First Deafblind Graduate Fighting For Disability Rights And Inclusion In Hollywood - via

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    Apr 26

    I remember when you first told me you were writing a book —and now here it is! Congratulations ! Keep writing, dancing, surfing, and setting-the-pace for a more inclusive world. With my very best, Darren

    The book cover shows Haben Girma in profile, confidently facing forward in a blue dress. The background is a warm red, and white text over the bottom half of the image says, “Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law. Haben Girma.”
    My new book received a starred review from Publishers Weekly: "This is a heartwarming memoir of a woman who champions access and dignity for all.” Preorder the book:
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  19. Apr 26

    Films and TV shows need to stop portraying people with disabilities as flat, one-dimensional characters. Let’s increase positive & cast talented actors with disabilities. My interview with

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  20. Apr 26

    Lawyer Victoria Rodriguez-Roldan has bipolar disorder. "My advice is to not be ashamed of being disabled...And do not underestimate or sell yourself short. Apply for the job, or the scholarship.”

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    Apr 24

    "Haben defines disability as an opportunity for innovation."

    The book cover shows Haben Girma in profile, confidently facing forward in a blue dress. The background is a warm red, and white text over the bottom half of the image says, “Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law. Haben Girma.”
    My new book received a starred review from Publishers Weekly: "This is a heartwarming memoir of a woman who champions access and dignity for all.” Preorder the book:
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