Pictured (L-R): Chasity Lynn Miles-Anderson, Latavia Sturdivant, Alice Diehl, Aly Corvin and Rynita McGuire
Alice lives in Grants Pass, Oregon. She volunteers for the unhoused at Newmans United Methodist church in Grants Pass. At 16 she was awarded an acting scholarship in honor of John Ritter and performers with disabilities . Shortly after she obtained another scholarship to study at the Howard Fine acting studio in 2005. She enjoys being on film and Television, puppetry and volunteering for her church. She was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy at 10 months old. Her platform focuses on creating hope and safe spaces for our most vulnerable communities. Alice describes herself as compassionate, creative , and goofy.
My name is Chasity Miles-Anderson, and my journey is one defined by resilience, purpose, and hope. In 2022, my life changed in an instant when I was shot with an AR15, leaving me paralyzed. As I laid on the ground that night, I knew I was facing the fight of my life. Not just for survival, but to rise, rebuild, and rediscover my purpose. I refused to let my spirit break.
My smile became my strength, and my determination and experiences shaped my platform: People of Determination: focused on advocating for medical equality, educating healthcare professionals, and promoting universal design. Through my platform, I strive to ensure that people with disabilities are seen, heard, and valued. My mission is to change the way society views disability; not as a limitation, but as a powerful expression of strength, adaptability, and purpose.
Beyond advocacy, I have proudly served as an emergency room RN since 2012, I am a devoted mother, an adrenaline enthusiast who never turns down an adventure, and a woman who believes that faith and perseverance can transform pain into purpose.
My spinal cord injury has given me a deeper understanding of the barriers faced by the disabled community; but it has also revealed the boundless potential of the human spirit. My goal is to help create a world where no one is defined by their diagnosis, but by their drive, courage, and heart.
Each day, I continue to show up, to be present, to be a voice for the unheard, and to be the best version of myself while shattering stereotypes. My story is proof that while we cannot always choose what happens to us, but we can always choose to rise, to persevere, and to shine through it all.
Although the titles of “National Ambassador” were rolled out for the Ms. Wheelchair America 2026 competition, we’d like to acknowledge & recognize the following ladies from previous years:
2025:
4TH runner up – Jill McAuley of Washington
3rd runner up – Tyra Randle of Missouri
2nd runner up – Sharon Malone of Arizona
1st runner up – Shanta Favors of Michigan
2024:
4th runner up – Cassie Riddick of Arkansas
3rd runner up – Domonique Howell of Pennsylvania
2nd runner up – Annie Heathcote of Wisconsin
1st runner up – Daija Coleman of Kansas
2023:
4th runner up – Caitlin Chaser of Pennsylvania
3rd runner up – Brooke Brown of Arizona
2nd runner up – Tatianna Davis of South Carolina
1st runner up – Sarah Nassar of Michigan
2022:
4th runner up – Audrey Booth of Arkansas
3rd runner up – Lindsay Dodge (Tuman) of New Jersey
2nd runner up – Mya Hendrix of Illinois
1st runner up – Chris Layne of Colorado
