Your Story Deserves to Be Seen: The Importance of Video Interviews for Young People with a Vascular Condition
Are you between 15 and 25 years old and living with a vascular or blood vessel condition such as CMTC, AVM, or another rare vascular disorder? Then your experience is more than just a story: it is an opportunity to help others, find recognition, and create visibility.
Authentic and relatable
In videos, you see real people—their faces, their voices, their emotions. Young people can immediately sense whether a testimony resonates with their own experiences. This makes it far more tangible than a written text alone.
Connection and belonging
When you hear someone talk about daily challenges, school, or (intimate) relationships, a sense of connection emerges. You realize, “I’m not alone in this”—that is exactly what CMTC-OVM achieves with its interviews.
A source of inspiration and comfort
CMTC-OVM publishes video interviews worldwide, featuring young people such as Eden Quine-Taylor from England, Katie Allen from Canada, or Magdaléna Kohutová from Slovakia. Their stories show how others cope with their condition and how they shape their lives.
Educational and empowering
Interviews not only show the impact on school, home life, or relationships, but also offer insights into coping with treatments, communication, and self-image. This helps young people feel supported in their own choices and challenges.
Accessible in multiple languages — including subtitles
Many interviews include subtitles and are shared internationally. This makes them accessible to a wide audience and strengthens the reach of stories within the community.
Strengthening the voice of young people within CMTC-OVM
These videos give young people a platform. Their stories help CMTC-OVM better understand the needs of this group and tailor its offerings—such as events, projects, and informational materials—accordingly.
