Haben Girma

Haben Girma is the first Deafblind person to graduate from Harvard Law School. She is a human rights lawyer, speaker, and author of the memoir 'Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law.' Her work focuses on disability justice, advocating for accessibility and inclusion through keynote speeches, writing, and public advocacy. She frequently shares her experiences traveling with her Seeing Eye dog, Mylo, and promotes accessible travel, education, and technology. Haben has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Helen Keller Achievement Award and being named a White House Champion of Change by President Obama.