The Rick Hansen Foundation is trying to change the conversation on disabilities by changing attitudes, creating accessible spaces and inspiring a more inclusive society. Established in 1988, following the completion of Rick Hansen’s Man In Motion World Tour, the foundation raises funds and awareness to create a world without barriers for people with disabilities. More about the Foundation:
Over nearly 30 years, we have worked diligently to achieve real change through collaboration, partnerships and teamwork, inspired by Rick Hansen’s original dream to liberate the amazing potential of people with disabilities. While we have made great strides towards creating an accessible and inclusive world, our work is not yet done. Join our global movement to ensure that everyone has an equal chance at participating fully in life.
[Our mission is] to inspire leaders, influencers and the public to join Rick Hansen in creating a global movement to remove barriers and liberate the amazing potential of people with disabilities.
Today, there are more than 1.3 billion people living with some form of a disability, and the numbers are growing. Around the world, people with disabilities not only face physical barriers but also attitudinal, social and economic barriers that limit their full participation in life.