Christopher Samuda advocates for ‘able people with a difference’

The world looks up to Jamaica's Para-Olympic participants for their tenacity and zeal as they overcome challenges to represent Jamaica at the highest level on the world stage. Under the direction of its President Christopher Samuda, the Jamaica Paralympic Association (JPA) has started the "I'm Phenomenal" campaign to celebrate the athletes; educate the public; and hunt resources for these athletes who are “a critical part of the sporting asset of this country”. Additionally, the campaign aims to provide a crucial anchor for ongoing advocacy for the rights of “able persons, but with a difference”. Mr. Samuda notes that a para-federation has been established in each parish and declared: “We are committed to deepening and growing the pool of para-athletes in Jamaica so that they can get an opportunity to transition to the international stage.” He speaks with Impacting Jamaica host Keisha Hill about the various activities that will be planned to recognise and support the abilities and accomplishments of Jamaica's para-athletes in the rich national sporting tradition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.