Paralympic Sports: An Embodiment of the Human Spirit to Conquer Hurdles
With the ceremonial cauldron lit in London’s Trafalgar Square by Claire Lomas, who was paralysed in a horse riding accident, the nation will once again be gripped with another spectacular sports event from 29 August to 9 September. Her remarks, “I think the Paralympics will show what kind of people we are, what’s going on...
London 2012: ‘Yes We Can’, Now it is time to work for a lasting legacy
A spectacular success! It started with passion, and ended with inspiration. London 2012 has delivered a stunningly successful Olympic Games and is now preparing for the Paralympic Games. The theme ‘Inspire a generation’ has captured the mood of the nation with high spirit and euphoria. From organisers to volunteers to athletes: people from all sections...
London 2012: A global prospect for harmony
The year 2011 provided us with a mix of hope and despair. One young Tunisian man, Mohamed Bouazizi, set in motion the Arab Spring when he set himself on fire, following years of abuse and corruption from local officials. His actions captured the mood of a people desperate for change. Human beings often need inspiration...
