Charity raises almost £60,000 to help Paralympic hopefuls
A Westminster-based charity has raised £59,000 to support female Paralympic hopefuls get to the Tokyo 2020 Games.
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Ex-footballer, Fernando Ricksen, has passed away
The team at Enable were extremely saddened to hear that ex-footballer, Fernando Ricksen, passed away this morning, after a long battle with motor neurone disease (MND).
The countdown to Tokyo 2020
With just under a year to go before the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, and just over a year until the Paralympics, we’re getting excited, and are sure you are too.
Here We Are: Sport bringing people together this Learning Disability Week
Learning Disability Weeks 2019 (17 – 23 June) is looking at getting people with learning disabilities out of the home, connected and getting active with their local community.
Interview: Riding beyond limits with Josh Patterson
Josh Patterson has been in the limelight for a long time, following his time on hit show Made in Chelsea. But now, Josh is making headlines for completely different reasons. Saskia Harper spoke with Josh.
In conversation with disabled boxer Joe Hughes
At the age of eight Joe Hughes started boxing after his dad cunningly tricked him into doing his physiotherapy exercises. Born with Erb’s palsy, Joe hasn’t let his condition hold him back from working towards his dream: winning a British boxing title.
Mark Ormrod discusses life with #nolimits
Transitioning from the Armed Forces, whilst adjusting to an acquired disability, comes with challenges. Invictus Games athlete and motivational speaker, Mark Ormrod, discusses his road to civvy street and breaking barriers.
Going for gold during the Special Olympics 2019
The Special Olympics is currently underway, and it is shining a spotlight on accessible sporting events. As day five nears an end, we look at the achievements being made.
Join Jonnie Peacock at Winter Wonderwheels this weekend
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – Winter Wonderwheels is back this weekend! We caught up with Paralympian Jonnie Peacock, to chat about…
Winter sports: Get independence on the slopes
Rushing down the crisp white untouched snow of the mountain at 70mph is an adrenaline rush unlike any other. It is an experience that breaks the…
Strictly Come Accessibility with contestant Lauren Steadman
As the Glitterball trophy glimmers and dancers Rumba, Cha-cha, and Salsa onto the iconic Strictly Come Dancing ballroom, the show continues to make waves for disability inclusion in…
Calling all Superheroes
Superhero Series is the UK’s one and only sporting event for everyday superheroes. Suitable for any disability and their sidekicks, with no restrictions on equipment or cut-off…
Discovering inclusivity at the Laureus Sport for Good Summit
On Wednesday 17 October, the Laureus Sport for Good Global Summit discussed the importance sport can play for inclusivity.
Following the success of the 2018 World Boccia Championships
Sports biggest competition outside the Paralympic Games, the World Boccia Championships is underway in Liverpool; and what an event it has been already. 2018 EVENT…
Jonnie Peacock meets competition winners ahead of the Superhero Tri event 2018
Superheroes assemble! Ahead of the upcoming 2018 Superhero Tri part of the Superhero Series, Double Paralympic, World and European 100m Champion Jonnie Peacock has thrown a…