Disability in Sport (DIS)

Mission

The Disability in Sport program advances access, inclusion, equality, respect, legitimacy and opportunity for people with disabilities in sport and in society. Through research, education and advocacy activities, Disability in Sport addresses the invisibility of people with disabilities.

General Overview

The Disability in Sport Program brings people with disabilities from the margins to become integral members of the sporting community. Ongoing research is conducted examining the inclusion of people with disabilities in sport. Disability in Sport provides educational awareness training on inclusion in sport and in society, and serves as a resource to support sport organizations regarding the inclusion process. The program serves as a facilitator to organize individuals and groups to work together to promote the inclusion of people with disabilities. Disability in Sport advances inclusion in sport within legal policy, and aims to impact and engage the media to foster more respect and understanding of people with disabilities.