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“My top leadership tip is accountability” says wheelchair athlete, Justin Levene

20
Dec 2023
“My top leadership tip is accountability” says wheelchair athlete, Justin Levene

Days before his 21st birthday, Justin’s life changed irrevocably. A cough caused a herniated disc with subsequent surgeries all failing, resulting in paralysis and almost 18 months in hospital.

Sport has always been a key aspect of Justin’s life and it promptly became a lifeline and career. In Wheelchair racing, Justin has won 29 marathon titles across the globe. Justin is also the World and European Champion in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Winning his 2nd World championship this year in Abu Dhabi. In 2022 Justin and a friend completed the 1st non supported crossing of the USA by handbike, towing his wheelchair behind him. The over 3000mile journey was completed in 48 days raising over £200,000 for a disabled children’s charity.

A staunch activist for equality and human rights, Justin works tirelessly to see fair treatment for everyone.

A mentor to newly injured civilians and veterans, in 2019 Justin was named in the Top 10 most powerful and influential disabled people in the UK.

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