Keynote Speaker
In a special format, I combine film screening and keynote.
I share moving stories from the film and my experiences as a mother of a daughter with Down Syndrome.
As a dedicated speaker, I advocate for diversity and promote awareness of inclusion.
Together, we can expand our horizons beyond the limits of integration because inclusion is a fundamental human right.
Filmmaker
The Way You Shine
A Film by Evelyne Faye
A 2022, 80 min.
The Way You Shine a film about the search for happiness; about the efforts and courage to lead a self-determined life; about the normalcy of being different and the necessity of inclusion.
Watch the trailer here:
FESTIVALS and Award
Internationale Hofer Filmtage, 2022
This Human World, International Human Rights Film Festival, 2022
Human Vision, 2023
Diagonale, 2023
Now available online here: Cinema VOD club and Vimeo
"A heartwarming film."
THE WAY YOU SHINE exposes one's own prejudices, empowers you to stand up for your personal dreams, and, above all, does one thing: it's a lot of fun!
Jury Statement Franz Grabner Award
"The optimism and the strong determination for a self-assured life are contagious to the audience - and they uplift even those who don't have to battle obstacles and prejudices on their journey to self-discovery."
"Sensitive and touching."
"A humane portrait of marginalized individuals who stand up against exclusion and advocate for inclusion."
"Socially relevant, insightful, and 'about people!'
Author
Inspirational illustrated books for young and old that invite awareness about life with disabilities, Down Syndrome, inclusion, family, sibling love, and more.
You Are Here And You Are Beautiful
You Are Beautiful - The App
NOW FREE
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NEW: Das Dingsda - meine Schwester und ich
