Chelsey Peat

Chelsey Peat was born with a rare condition called Sturge Weber syndrome, leading to multiple surgeries, including life-saving brain surgery as an infant. Defying doctors' predictions of significant limitations, she has surpassed them all, including working on a sociology degree and a certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. With nearly forty years of experience living with a facial difference, Chelsey has overcome numerous challenges, including discrimination and stigmatization. Her...See more

Chelsey Peat was born with a rare condition called Sturge Weber syndrome, leading to multiple surgeries, including life-saving brain surgery as an infant. Defying doctors' predictions of significant limitations, she has surpassed them all, including working on a sociology degree and a certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. With nearly forty years of experience living with a facial difference, Chelsey has overcome numerous challenges, including discrimination and stigmatization. Her deep understanding of these issues informs her advocacy and educational work with various organizations. See less