Richard Whitehead MBE | 100 Marathons, Paralympic Gold Medalist & A Mission to Inspire

In today's episode of WeCan, Stephanie sits down with Richard Whitehead MBE, double Paralympic gold medallist, 100-marathon finisher, educator, and global disability advocate. Richard shares his remarkable journey from elite sport to empowering communities, revealing how resilience, representation, and belief can break down barriers for people with disabilities everywhere. From running across continents to founding his own organisation, Richard’s story is a testament to possibility. He opens up about the realities of living with a disability, the lack of support many still face, and why creating inclusive, safe and accessible spaces is essential for true equality. Richard also discusses his advocacy work, the importance of allies, and why mindset and kindness are at the heart of real success. Following his 100th marathon, Richard shares his next mission in advocacy, innovation, and creating sustainable change. Get in touch with Richard: https://richardwhiteheadmbe.com/ #100marathons #paralympicgoldmedalist #RichardWhitehead #WeCan __________________________________________________________________________ For any questions or inquiries regarding this video, please reach out to us @Wecanleadbyexample 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe, share your thoughts, and tell us who’s your favourite role model?👉 Connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/she.can.world LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shecan-world/ Substack: https://shecan.substack.com/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/za/podcast/the-shecan-podcast/id1790078746Your Story Matters! You Matter! Role Models Matter! Lead By Example To Support Others! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.