The Clay Room Session 6: “We Hear You”
Wednesday, February 9, 2022 7:00 PM (EST)
The Clay Room is a series of virtual gatherings presented by the Artists4Peace community to further our mission of peace.
About this event
We Hear You is an award-winning documentary about hearing loss, the invisible disability that impacts 430 million people worldwide, including 48 million in the United States alone. By shining a light on the hearing loss experience, it strives to build awareness, community and a more inclusive world for all.
In this event, the executive producers, three women with hearing loss, will share their hearing loss journeys and an inside look into the creation of this important film.
You can watch We Hear You in advance by visiting we-hearyou.com and clicking on the Vimeo link, with promo code WHY2021
About the Executive Producers:
Holly Cohen is a hearing health advocate and speaker who was diagnosed with a bilateral hearing loss in her 20’s. Building on her experiences as Past President of the Hearing Loss Association of America – New York City Chapter (HLAA-NYC), CEO of a small business, and over 25 years as a career coach, Holly is committed to empowering others to advocate for their hearing needs. She serves on the Boards of HLAA-NYC and TDF (Theatre Development Fund). https://www.linkedin.com/in/hollycohen/
Shari Eberts is a passionate hearing health advocate, author and speaker. She is the founder of Living with Hearing Loss, a popular blog and online community for people with hearing loss. Her book, Hear & Beyond: Live Skillfully with Hearing Loss, (co-authored with Gael Hannan) is the ultimate survival guide to living well with hearing loss. Shari has an adult-onset genetic hearing loss and hopes that by sharing her story, she will help others to live more peacefully with their own hearing issues. She serves on the Board of Directors of Hearing Loss Association of America. www.livingwithhearingloss.com
Roxana Rotundo is the CEO of VIP 2000 TV, a films and content distribution company whose catalog includes more than 300 films and 3000 hours of series. Roxana is the Board Chair for the Worldwide Audiovisual Women’s Association, a nonprofit dedicated to connecting women in the audiovisual industry. Roxana is the recipient of two cochlear implants. She serves on the Board of Directors of Hearing Loss Association of America and is a member of the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. www.vip2000.tv
Though this is a FREE event, donations to HLAA will be greatly apreciated. The mission of the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) is to open the world of communication through information, education, support and advocacy.
To make a donation, please use this link:
https://www.hearingloss.org/make-an-impact/donate/hlaa-donate-today/
If you have any questions, please contact us at workshops@artists4peace.org