Unstoppable Futures empowers young adults with disabilities through discussions on employment, self-advocacy, education, and personal development. Whether you're a young adult with a disability, a caregiver, or an advocate, tune in for insights, strategies, and inspiring stories to pave your path to success!
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Profiling people who lead active lives: the how and why, and what makes their fitness journeys unique. How much exercise is enough? Why staying active at any age really does reduce the risk of obesity and non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The Born Active series is hosted by Julie Marks and begins in Kenya.
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Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0nFyKR6HV1o In this episode of Unstoppable Futures, Nathan talks with Deanne and Tanja from the Rhode Island Cross Disability Coalition, about the importance of healthy relationships, focusing on communication, respect, and choice. They explore red flags to watch for in relationships and emphasize the…
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Unstoppable Futures empowers young adults with disabilities through discussions on advocacy for oneself and others, education, and personal development. Whether you’re a young adult with a disability, a caregiver, or an advocate, tune in for insights, strategies, and inspiring stories to pave your path to success! Subscribe to Unstoppable Futures o…
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Meet a celebrated underwater cinemaphotographer and commercial diver in Thailand: Dorn Ratanathatsanee. He's been filming underwater sequences for over 40 years for commercials and feature films, such as The Medallion with Jackie Chan. His unique life story took him from Bangkok to Anchorage, in Alaska, and back to Thailand - and staying fit has be…
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"Invincible"! According to former world squash champion Sarah Fitz-Gerald, that's what it feels like to be at your physical peak and a world-class sportsperson. Be inspired by Sarah as she recalls memorable moments from her professional playing career, broader contributions to the sport of squash, nuggets of wisdom on how to stay active and her lif…
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Watch this episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/B1IDuiwFF_M?feature=shared. In this episode of Unstoppable Futures, Nathan, Johan, and Jeremy discuss the importance of self advocacy, particularly for youth and young adults. They explore what self advocacy means, how to effectively advocate for oneself and others, and the resources available for le…
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On this first episode of Beyond Barriers, we talked with Advocates in Action Rhode Island. Who are they? What do they do? We talk about their upcoming two-day 2024 Self-Advocacy Conference on May 9 and 10, 2024, what to expect, and more. Enjoy! Learn more about the conference and how to register on their website at: https://www.advocatesinaction.or…
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Ever wondered what distinguishes some athletes from others, what it takes to be a dual Olympic gold medallist and world record holder? Hear more from the King of 800m - Kenyan David Rudisha - in part 2. “Having pressure from outside is one of those things that helps to push us to move forward.... ” “Of course it’s not easy. It’s full of challenges.…
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Hear from David Rudisha - the dual Olympic gold medalist and World Record holder in 800 metres - as he shares insights into his stellar athletics career. In a lively two-part conversation, David talks openly about his early days training in Kenya, his winning mindset and what he is up to these days, including his recent experience as an ambassador …
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Despite its population of just 225,000 people, the Pacific island nation of Samoa is a world-beater in rugby. Yet the country also faces dual crises: obesity and non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Two Samoan players - Visesio Junior Amituanai and Tagiilima Ripine - take time out during the World Rugby Under 20 Trophy to reveal secrets behind their n…
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Join Kenyan businesswoman Anne-Marie Burugu as she discusses fitness, fashion and falling from the sky. Recorded at Studio 249, Nairobi, June 2023.By Julie Marks
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