Kara’s Story

Bezos Courage & Civility Award

2025 Recipient

Kara Ball Recognized with Bezos Courage & Civility Award

The Bezos Courage & Civility Award, established in 2021, honors individuals who aim high and pursue solutions to tough and often neglected challenges with courage and civility.

Understood

Kara Donated the Allocated Funds to Understood

Understood is a nonprofit focused on shaping the world for difference. We raise awareness of the challenges, skills and strengths of people who learn and think differently. Our resources help people navigate challenges, gain confidence and find support and community so they can thrive. Together, we can build a world where everyone can reach their full potential. Understood is a 501(c)(3) organization headquartered in New York. For more information, to donate or to partner, visit u.org/media and follow us @UnderstoodOrg. Learn more about creating inclusive STEM classrooms at Understood.org/STEM.

“They (neurodiverse students) are naturally curious, creative, and incredible problem solvers. Design for them—and everyone benefits.”

– Kara

Forbes

Bezos Courage And Civility Awards: How Two Neurodiversity Champions Are Redefining What Leadership Looks Like

Yahoo Finance

Kara Ball Recognized with Bezos Courage & Civility Award by Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos

AP

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos are awarding $5 million to a leader in neurodiversity education

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