Alexander, who has a PhD in psychology, would use the Holman Prize to travel Russia and help people acknowledge their differences and find understanding in each other.
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Ness Vlajkovic
Ness is finishing up her degree in journalism. She would use the Holman Prize to open a braille bookstore in Perth, for blind and Deafblind people to have easy access to hard copy braille books.
Esther Brenowitz
Esther, a passionate advocate for DeafBlind children and toddlers, would use the Holman Prize to bring Pro-Tactile American Sign Language specialists to her community to teach participants about the advantages of tactile sign language.
Doug Milligan
Doug, a poet and author, would use the Holman Prize to lead a small group of DeafBlind participants to Mexico City, where they would savor the city’s exuberant culture and history.
Jeri Cooper
Jeri, a rehabilitation counselor, would use the Holman Prize to open a training facility for DeafBlind participants called Jeri’s House, providing skills like Braille, sign language, fitness and more.