Om onze missie en doelen te realiseren, treedt Debbie regelmatig op als spreker tijdens congressen, bijeenkomsten en andere evenementen. Met haar persoonlijke verhaal, kennis en betrokkenheid weet zij mensen te raken, bewustwording te vergroten en echte verbinding te creëren.
Daarnaast schrijft zij artikelen voor magazines en neemt zij deel aan discussiepanels, waar zij een waardevolle stem vertegenwoordigt voor mensen met chronische aandoeningen en hun families.
Haar biografie vind je hieronder.
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To achieve our mission and goals, Debbie regularly speaks at conferences, gatherings, and other events. Through her personal story, knowledge, and dedication, she touches audiences, raises awareness, and creates genuine connection.
In addition, she writes articles for magazines and participates in panel discussions, where she represents an important voice for people living with chronic conditions and their families.
Her biography can be found below.
Interested in a keynote, contribution, or collaboration?
Bookings and inquiries can be made via: zebralife4us@gmail.com
Biography
Debbie Hellenbrand
Patient Advocate | Speaker | Founder of Zebralife4us
Debbie Hellenbrand is an internationally recognized patient advocate, speaker, and
founder of Zebralife4us. Since 2015, she has been dedicated to raising awareness,
building connections, and improving care for people living with chronic conditions, mental
health challenges, and veterans and their families.
Through her work, Debbie builds bridges between patients, healthcare professionals,
policymakers, and society. Her mission is to break stigma, increase understanding, and
ensure no one feels alone in living with a chronic condition.
Current Roles
• Founder – Zebralife4us
• Board Member – Stichting Veteranenkids
• Guest Writer – Chronic Pain Partners
Speaking & Appearances
Debbie speaks nationally and internationally, including at the World Orphan Drug
Congress, World Congress on Rare Diseases, European Vascular Course, and events of
The Ehlers-Danlos Society. She has presented for Amnesty International, universities, and
healthcare organizations, and served as Master of Ceremonies for Veterans Day.
Her talks combine lived experience, resilience, and practical insight — inspiring
audiences, raising awareness, and creating lasting impact.
Bookings & Inquiries
zebralife4us@gmail.com
