ALEXIS RIDDICK

Alexis Riddick is a dedicated advocate for empowerment, inclusion, and the limitless potential of people who are blind and visually impaired. As the 2024 Miss Kapable Kurves and Not My Eyes Brand Ambassador, Alexis represents the heart of NME’s mission: demonstrating that vision loss does not define a person’s ability to dream, achieve, lead, and make an impact.

Alexis has been visually impaired since birth as a result of a rare genetic mutation of the GUCY2D gene. Living with vision loss throughout her life has shaped her perspective, resilience, and determination, while also giving her a unique understanding of the barriers that many visually impaired individuals encounter.

One of Alexis’s greatest challenges has been transportation barriers. Despite those challenges, she has continued to pursue her education and personal goals. One of her proudest accomplishments is completing graduate school, proving that obstacles do not have to become limitations.

Alexis is continuing her educational journey and is currently working toward earning her PhD in Clinical Psychology. Her goal reflects her commitment to personal growth and her desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

As a Brand Ambassador for Not My Eyes, Alexis brings authenticity to the organization’s message of confidence, accessibility, and inclusion. She represents a generation of visually impaired individuals who are not asking to be defined by what they cannot see, but recognized for what they can accomplish.

“No matter you level of visual impairment, you can accomplish anything you set your mind to do. It starts with dedication, consistency, and believing that your vision does not define you.”