DAY 1589 #MyChallenge to the Govt #DCMS #LisaNandy #NationalLottery
Fighting for my future
Ignored by those who’s blatant #discrimination hides my existence
A ‘white paper’ isolating us from #equality
This is #GreatBritain
#deafsport #deaf #sport #bbc #elite #pool #equality #bbc #itv #fairness
Catch up:DAY 1586 #MyChallenge to the Govt Department for Culture, Media and Sport Lisa Nandy The National Lottery
Personally this was such an important event to support. To share my experiences as a deaf athlete & the obstacles I have faced and STILL face daily.
#BritishJudo #DeafSport #DCMS
DAY 1584 #MyChallenge to the Govt #DCMS #lisanandy #TNLUK
Honoured to be invited with #deafsport to speak infront of 50 judo coaches & judoka at today’s British Judo Adaptive Conference Wolverhampton. Sharing my struggles as a deaf athlete when training & competing - no pathway - no support - deaf
DAY 1584 #MyChallenge to the Govt #DCMS #Lisanandy #NationalLottery
A big day ahead representing #deaf athletes, sharing my experiences & amplifying the need for #equality in the world of #sport. A failed system hides my existence so an important day in the fight for what’s right.
#deafsport
DAY 1581 #MyChallenge to the Govt @DCMS @Lisanandy @TNLUK
For the first time since returning from Tokyo, since representing my country , since representing myself I returned to the pool this week.
#mentalhealth
#deaf
#athlete
#swimming
#SwimEngland
#DeafSport
#GMB
#BBC
A huge thank you to @lboropr.bsky.social for hosting our training weekend and welcoming us.
Outstanding facilities, a great environment, and a brilliant match that gave our players opportunities.
We’re grateful for the support - thank you!
#GBDeafFootball #DeafSport #ThankYou #FootballForAll
DAY 1566 #MyChallenge to the Govt #DCMS #Lisanandy #NationalLottery
In London for a few days & reflecting on my visit to #parliament & how for the first time I felt listened to.
Now we need our government to lead our country & support us. That’s my #hope.
#gmb #bbc #DeafSport #GB #sport
These conversations matter. The more visibility Deaf sport has, the harder it is for it to keep being overlooked.
It’s been a year of highs, lows, pride and frustration but as we head into a new year, one thing is clear: this campaign isn’t finished.
#deafsport #athlete #pool
Away from competition, one of the most important moments of the year was giving evidence to the #CMS Select Committee & Dame Caroline Dinenage MP DBE, alongside my good friend Henry VV Hughes DLY & Chris Ratcliffe (UK Deaf Sport).
#DeafSport #athlete #deaf #pool
Representing Great Britain 🇬🇧 is always a privilege, but the Games also made the gap impossible to ignore, while Olympic & Paralympic athletes receive government funding, Deaflympic athletes do not, despite competing at the highest international level.
#DeafSport #help #support
As 2025 comes to an end, I’ve been reflecting on a big year, both in and out of the pool.
#Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics was a huge part of that. Competing at the Deaflympics again reminded me why this campaign matters so much.
#deafsport #sport #athletes #deaf #advocacy
Op deze Japanse nationale vrije dag zitten de tribunes in #Tokyo bij diverse onderdelen van de 25e editie van #Deaflympics, het multi-sportevenement voor #doven en #slechthorenden, extra vol. Zoals bij het #tafeltennis. #Japan is voor het eerst gastland in 100 jaar mondiale #dovensport.
#deafsport
DAY 1538 #MyChallenge to the Govt @DCMS @Lisa_nandy @TNLUK
Into the semi-finals tonight (Tokyo time). You can tell we’re not supported otherwise these lot ⬆️ would be shouting our names & thanking all the players for playing the lottery
Their #silence is so deafening
#DeafSport #EqualityAct #deaf
DAY 1537 #MyChallenge to the Govt @DCMS @Lisa_nandy @TNLUK
So tomorrow the racing begins
#race #future #deaf #inclusion #support #equality #deafsport #sport #pool #Swimmingpool #equality #deaflympics #Tokyo #2025
www.youtube.com/@TOKYO2025DE...
Mooie atletiekdag in #Tokyo. Elaine den Exter pakte in de Japanse hoofdstad zilver op de 100 meter bij de 25e #Deaflympics, het multi-sportevenement voor #doven en #slechthorenden. Voor het eerst in de 100-jarige historie van de internationale #dovensport is Japan gastland.
#photography #deafsport
DAY 1535 #MyChallenge to the Govt @DCMS @Lisa_nandy @TNLUK
Our first chance to train today. This is the same pool used for the Olympic 2020 games. This place is huge.
I’m still trying to understand the journey I’ve had to get here. A bit different to Olympic & Paralympic swimmers
#DeafSport
#Tokyo laat de 25ste editie van #Deaflympics, het multi-sportevenement voor #doven en #slechthorenden, niet ongemerkt voorbijgaan. Het is voor het eerst dat #Japan gastland is van de vierjaarlijkse strijd in de #dovensport. #Nederland is een van de 80 deelnemende landen en regio’s. #deafsport
DAY 1534 #MyChallenge to the Govt @DCMS @Lisanandy @TNLUK.
After a long 14 hour flight we have arrived, accreditations done & now settling into our hotel. Time to eat & get some 😴
#welcometotheteam #deaflympics #DeafSport #swimmer #deaflympics2025 #Cochlear #inspiring #deafawareness #Tokyo #Japan
DAY 1533 #MyChallenge to the Govt @DCMS @Lisanandy @TNLUK
It’s time to ✈️🇯🇵
#Tokyo #BA #fly #BSL #DeaflympicsGB #Swimming #DeafSwimmimg #DeafSport #travel #sport #athlete #inspire #dream #hope #HesthrowAirport #pathway #athlete #country #inclusion #equality #discrimination #ItsTime #team
DAY 1532 #MyChallenge to the Govt @DCMS @Lisanandy @TNLUK
The journey begins🚊
#training #support #swim #itv #bbc #sport #athlete #swimming #achieve #offtolondon #trainjourney #gmb #GB #Deaflympics #deafsport #sportsjourney #inclusion
To have kick boards thrown at my head to catch my attention as I train
To having to ‘make do’ as I prepare to race because it’s deemed acceptable
On this day I stand proud as an athlete & all I ask is that you stand with me. With #deafsport. With every deaf child
I am #proud
I am #deaf
DAY 1521 #MyChallenge to the Govt @DCMS @Lisanandy @TNLUK
#London bound
#inclusionmatters #voice #athlete #rolemodel #DeafSport #sport #Swimmer
Link 🔗 to the Guardian article- lnkd.in/ehiBY7hd
Link 🔗 to the State of Play: Elite Deaf Athletes and the Deaflympics - Oral evidence - lnkd.in/ez8t23Qj
#SwimEngland #SwimEnglandNorthWest #AngelaEagleMP (Wallasey) #SignVideobySorenson
#WirralYMCA
#GMB #GranadaReports
#BBC #DeafSport #Sport
Palace of Westminster where history echoes through every stone. Grateful for the chance to walk in a place that has witnessed centuries of change, debate & democracy
#DeafSport
#Westminster #History #LondonMoments #UKParliament #Heritage #Architecture #DayInLondon #MyChallenge #MyStory #MyFuture
DAY 1507 #MyChallege to the Govt @DCMS @Lisanandy @TNLUK
Too many days it’s taken for me to reach this point but in just a couple more I will be heading to Palace of Westminster
I can’t wait
Here’s everything you need to know
#DeafSport #Sport #athlete
committees.parliament.uk/event/24887/...
More info will follow. Hope you will be watching 📺. 4 YEARS & finally they have agreed to meet with me.
@reecedinsdale.bsky.social we’re nearly there
#Sport #deaf #equality #bbc #itv #swimming #inclusion #DeafSport
DAY 1504 #MyChallenge to the Govt @DCMS @Lisanandy @TNLUK
When you represent yourself because a policy cancels your existence then we do not live in a country that is fair. For over 4 years I have asked for their support amongst the silence of others
It’s now time for change #Labour
#DeafSport
DAY 1504 #MyChallenge to the Govt @DCMS @Lisanandy @TNLUK
When you represent yourself because a policy cancels your existence then we do not live in a country that is fair. For over 4 years I have asked for their support amongst the silence of others
It’s now time for change #Labour
#DeafSport
DAY 1504 #MyChallenge to the Govt @DCMS @Lisanandy @TNLUK
When you represent yourself because a policy cancels your existence then we do not live in a country that is fair. For over 4 years I have asked for their support amongst the silence of others
It’s now time for change #Labour
#DeafSport
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#GMB #DeafSport #BBC #ITV #Swimming
