Véronique Leduc, M.S.M.
Montréal, Quebec
Véronique Leduc is a model of determination and success for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. The first deaf university professor in Quebec, she works actively to break down the barriers of social exclusion and improve university and cultural accessibility for people with a hearing impairment. Through her efforts to boost self-confidence and encourage them to believe that they can achieve their dreams, she is an inspiration to an entire generation of young people seeking to reach their full potential.