I’m Carys Mei —
a multimedia storyteller, advocate, and artist.
Recognized by Partners for Youth with Disabilities, Cochlear, and the Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing for my advocacy and lived expertise, I approach every frame with heart and purpose.
As a deaf, queer, and Chinese transracial adoptee, my lens is shaped by lived experience and informs the stories I choose to tell. My work centers visibility, access, and representation, grounded in both personal narrative and community connection.
Prior to earning my BS in Communication Studies at Emerson College (’24), I released my first film, The Sky’s The Limit, showcasing the diverse range of experiences within the d/Deaf community. Through both personal and commissioned projects, I create documentary-rooted films that prioritize honesty and care.
My storytelling is raw, radical, and real.
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More About Me
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I have a commitment to storytelling that bridges advocacy, artistry, and impact. My expertise includes deaf advocacy and intersectional identity exploration.
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I am especially drawn to stories that challenge dominant narratives and expand who is seen and heard. Each project is approached with intention, collaboration, and a strong sense of responsibility to the communities represented.
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Emerson College, Outstanding Student in Communication Studies (2024), reflecting both creative and academic distinction.
Graeme Clark Cochlear Scholarship by Cochlear (2022) for my academic accomplishments and contributions to my community.
Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing honored me as Outstanding Young Advocate of the Year for The Sky’s The Limit, exploring the diversity of the d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing community.
The College for Social Innovation recognized my work as “indistinguishable from that of full-time professionals.” This recognition was connected to my internship with Partners for Youth with Disabilities.
