Jace, 27, Non Hodgkin Lymphoma

Jace shared their story at the 2026 AYA Week Storytelling Open Mic Event in NYC.

Jace shares the lasting effects cancer has had on his life through his incredibly moving poem titled, “The Survivor”,  highlighting the battle of survivorship, uncertainty, and feeling misunderstood while navigating life after cancer.

“Next time you see us acting as thrivers, know that deep down that we are always survivors”