The extraordinary human potential when focused on a goal is exemplified through Dejana Backo. From the moment of Dejana’s birth, it was discovered that she had a rare birth defect called Phocomelia syndrome. It is characterized by severe malformation of the extremities, which led to her arms being severely shortened. Even though Dejana had to face obstacles since her very birth, that didn’t stop her from living her life to the fullest.

While Dejana is only 30 years old, by now, she has become a talented artist, ParaTaekwondo world champion, fitness coach, and super mom, proving that no challenge is impossible when met with determination.

Meet Dejana Backo, an accomplished athlete, an artist, and a mom who was born without arms

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Though as a child, Dejana was baffled by being born with a disability, soon, she realized that it did not define or limit her ability to lead a fulfilling life

Dejana always had a passion for art, but she also led a very active lifestyle and became very interested in sports

Backo took up Para taekwondo and Para archery. Now Dejana is a renowned Serbian athlete, who won the Para-Taekwondo World Champion in 2019, in Turkey

Dejana was planning on participating in the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games; however, recently she and her partner Marko had a baby

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Due to giving birth to their beautiful baby girl Lara, Dejana had to postpone her sports career

Despite that, Dejana is still very active on social media and she continues to use her platform to raise awareness and inspire others