Role Models
Personal stories of role models with disabilities who have pursued their interests. This collection of personal interviews conducted by Uplifting Voices can help everyone in the community especially children with disabilities. Find out your own interests/strengths while exploring the creativity, skills and talent of these role models in our Showcase area.
“Independence is one of the greatest things a person with a disability can have so don’t hold them back from reaching their potential.” – A passionate disability and accessibility consultant
Oliver Johnson, United Kingdom
“I hope to inspire other kids with disabilities to become active in adaptive sports” – champion Paralympic swimmer
McClain Hermes, USA
“Art is my means of communication.” – A talented artist with autism using art to advocate for mental health
Haydn Gardner, United Kingdom
