Jules Parke-Robinson served for over 20 years as a British Army Officer in the Royal Military Police, before moving into a corporate career in 2019. A former Welsh rugby international, Jules joined the board of British Wheelchair Basketball, 4 years ago, assuming the role of Chair in 2020. Emma O’Connor is an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion specialist. She is currently working within the higher education sector, having previously worked for various professional and grassroots football clubs. Jules and Emma join Natalie Doyle to discuss how to create opportunities for female players with disabilities. They discuss the impact of the pandemic, barriers to participation, how to create an inclusive environment, and much more.
Jules Parke-Robinson served for over 20 years as a British Army Officer in the Royal Military Police, before moving into a corporate career in 2019. A former Welsh rugby international, Jules joined the board of British Wheelchair Basketball, 4 years ago, assuming the role of Chair in 2020. Emma O’Connor is an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion specialist. She is currently working within the higher education sector, having previously worked for various professional and grassroots football clubs.
Jules and Emma join Natalie Doyle to discuss how to create opportunities for female players with disabilities. They discuss the impact of the pandemic, barriers to participation, how to create an inclusive environment, and much more.
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