Inclusivity In Sports: The Journey Of Disabled Athletes Forward

The Paralympics are finally underway, bringing with them a celebration of inclusivity and sporting prowess. The event has made significant strides since its inception in 1960, paving the way for disabled individuals to participate and excel in various sports. However, as reflected in a recent survey by Plan International UK, there --- a substantial amount of ground to be covered.

The survey revealed that 28% of UK girls and young women with disabilities rarely or never feel a sense of belonging when engaging in sports, while 40% of disabled girls and young women feel unwelcome or excluded when watching sports with others. This highlights the pressing need for increased inclusivity in sports facilities and mainstream sports culture.

In response... advocates are calling for greater accessibility and provision of services at local facilities. Chapman emphasizes the importance of government and provider involvement in ensuring that all sports facilities are fully accessible, thereby fostering a more inclusive environment. The Paralympics go beyond simply promoting inclusivity in sports; they also provide a platform for disabled athletes to compete and inspire others.

This year's event has been dubbed the most inclusive yet... with Rose Ayling-Ellis making history as the first deaf presenter on --- television. Her historic achievement serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of representation and accessibility. Among the athletes participating in the Paralympics is Lizzi Jordan, a paracyclist who will be competing alongside her pilot, Danni Khan.

Jordan's personal journey is a testament to the resilience and determination of disabled individuals. Having lost her sight due to an infection and subsequent two-month coma, she defied the odds by completing the 2019 London Marathon just a year and a half later. Her subsequent invitation to train with British Cycling serves as a shining example of the possibilities available to disabled athletes with the right support.

This article, "highlighting the Paralympics and the ongoing efforts towards greater inclusivity," "was originally published in Glamour UK."

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The Paralympics are finally here — yes, everyone with the post-Olympics blues, there is even more sporting action to look forward to. Since its launch in 1960, the Paralympics Games have championed inclusivity in sports and beyond for disabled people. But although we've come a long way in the past 60 years, there is still a long way to go. A new survey conducted by Plan International UK found that 28% of UK girls and young women with a disability never or rarely feel they fit in when playing sports, while 40% of disabled girls and young women in the UK always or sometimes feel unwelcome when watching sports with others.