In one of their latest ad campaigns ASICS, a world known sports equipment company, has included athletes with a handicap. ASICS is a manufacturer of running shoes, wrestling shoes, volleyball shoes, tennis shoes, soccer boots, walking shoes, performance apparel and accessories. Continue reading
“It is the mission of CAF to provide opportunities and support to people with physical disabilities so they can pursue active lifestyles though physical fitness and competitive athletics. CAF believes that involvement in sports at any level increases self-esteem encourages independence and enhances quality of life.” Source: Challenged Athletes Foundation
Update: As the current government has fallen this poll is becoming in danger of being outdated. It has therefore been closed. It is positive to see that the current interim government is looking at the situation of the disabled, already providing some improvements. Hopefully this trend will continue to improve in the future. Thank you … Continue reading
I’m looking for people to start up a international tv-show, webcast, and/ or magazine for the disabled. This to raise awareness, empower, and enable people with a disability to move beyond their disability in order to participate equally and fully in society within their possibility. Main areas of focus Health care Home care Accessibility Sports … Continue reading
On April 16th, 2011 the short Dutch documentary ‘PERSEVERANCE’ premiered during the National Wheelchair Basketball Day. Film maker Tom Poederbach and reporter Thomas Rijsman followed the Dutch National Wheelchair Basketball team during their preparations for the European championships which will take place in September 2011 in Israel, where they will aim to qualify for the … Continue reading
