This campaign is to raise funds to enable me, and a team of people with disabilities who sail a Hansa class of boat, to attend the Hansa World Championships 2018 in Hiroshima.

I can inspire and motivate people. Many people have to deal with life changing events which affect them physically, mentally, or emotionally. Following a high level spinal injury I tried many different things to make my life enjoyable and fulfilling again. There are many things that I am involved with, but sailing competitively against the best has been hugely motivating and influential in creating my new life. Sailing may seem an unlikely sport for somebody who is paralysed from the shoulders down, who can’t swim, and who floats the wrong way up; but it is the only sport that I have found which enables me to compete on level terms against the able-bodied. Travelling to major events with all the necessary equipment and support is very expensive; we are all self funded.

I can give talks about how I have dealt with adversity, sailing, or disability sport; in return for a fee and expenses. Also, I'm interested in hearing about any sponsorship or other fundraising ideas. Or of course I’d be grateful for any donations.

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