Role: Youth CouncillorI work with young leaders to advocate for inclusivity in sports and recreation for people living with disabilities. I provide guidance on programs, contribute to decision-making, and mentor younger athletes. My role is instrumental in shaping initiatives to make sports and recreation more accessible, creating equal opportunities for disabled youth in New Zealand’s sporting community.

Role: Committee MemberI advocate for the rights of young people with disabilities, providing advice on policies and programs related to accessibility, education, employment, housing, sports, health, and more. I work with committee members, make recommendations to government bodies, and raise awareness to build a more inclusive society.

Role: Parasport ChampionAs part of the Seeing is Believing initiative, I visit primary schools in Auckland and Northland to boost awareness of parasports, Paralympic values, and my achievements as an athlete with a disability. These visits feature interactive sessions that showcase adaptive sports and share stories to inspire students, challenge stereotypes, and promote inclusivity.

Role: AdvisorAt Kindred, I provide guidance on programs that assist individuals with disabilities. Drawing from my advocacy experience and personal journey, as a principal advisor, I assist Kindred in formulating a strategy for the mental and physical health of young people living with disabilities. Additionally, I am in the initial stages of establishing the Kindred Foundation in New Zealand.

Role: Accredited Community CoachAs a coach, I work with young athletes with disabilities, helping them develop their athletic skills and build confidence. I create an inclusive training environment where athletes can achieve their personal and competitive goals. Additionally, I advocate for greater inclusion in sports and demonstrate how adaptive training methods make athletics accessible to everyone, regardless of ability.

Role: AdvisorI provide advice and insights to Auckland Transport on accessibility issues for public transport users and help ensure that their facilities, including rail stations, bus stops, and ferry wharves, are accessible to everyone.

Role: AdvisorI collaborate with an advisory group for a University of Waikato Doctoral research project aimed at creating coach education programs for Sport New Zealand. These programs focus on improving coaches’ skills in disability and inclusion to promote greater inclusion in sporting activities across New Zealand.

Role: Council MemberMy role is to identify and advise on issues requiring consumer, community, and whanau engagement. This includes providing input into developing health service priorities and strategic direction, eliminating inequities, and enhancing the safety and quality of services to patients and whanau.