Meet Simon, Hertfordshire Area Manager

I have been fortunate and humbled to have acquired the following accolades and awards along the way: 
· 2021 - Queen's New Years Honours List (BEM)
· 2020 - National Autistic Society - Autism Professionals Awards - Outstanding Adult Service in Health or Social Care
· 2019 - AFA Franchise Leader of the Year Award 
· 2018 - St Albans Contribution to Disability Sport Award
· 2017 - Hertfordshire Care Awards - Outstanding Achievement in Learning Disability Support 
· 2015 - Hertfordshire Sports Awards - Disability Coach of the Year Award

I am passionate about The Inclusion Project and believe in what it can achieve for adults with Learning Disabilities. To say it's a passion would be an understatement, it's part of who I am - starting The Inclusion Project has meant that my vision for community inclusion for all is well on its way. 

In Hertfordshire we have created a few clubs. My passion is basketball and to see what group sports can provide is just magical; a sense of belonging; friendships; healthy competitiveness and camaraderie. I always wanted that when I was at school and know how important sport is; getting a good dose of exercise is good for the soul. 

We have also since introduced football, boxercise and yoga sessions. 

Integration into the local community, trying a variety of activities, making friendships, having fun and a lot of laughs.