This July, the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) partnered with Accenture to celebrate Disability Pride Month with a powerful event blending wellness, learning, and inspiration. The session highlighted the importance of inclusion in sport and the workplace while giving employees a chance to connect with CAF athletes and ambassadors.
The 60-minute event was hosted at Accenture’s Accessibility Center New York, with in-person and virtual participants joining together.
Welcome and Introduction: The program began with remarks from Sarah, who spoke about the significance of Disability Pride Month and the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
CAF Overview: CAF Co-Founder Bob Babbitt introduced CAF’s mission and spotlighted Operation Rebound, which supports veterans and first responders with permanent physical disabilities.
Mindful Seated Yoga: Wellness coach Tiffany led a guided seated yoga session, giving participants practical tools for mindfulness and accessibility.
Athlete Perspective: Two-time Paralympic Champion and CAF Athlete Ambassador Steve Serio closed the program with an inspirational talk. As captain of Team USA Wheelchair Basketball, Steve shared his personal journey, the role of sport in his life, and his advocacy for creating more inclusive communities.
Accenture employees also had the opportunity to ask questions, hear personal stories, and see firsthand how access to sport transforms lives. The event was more than a celebration—it was a commitment to building workplaces and communities where all abilities are valued.
Events like this showcase the power of partnership. By bringing CAF athletes and ambassadors into corporate spaces, companies like Accenture help foster empathy, inspire action, and demonstrate that inclusion is not just a value—it’s a practice.
CAF and partners like Accenture are working together to create spaces of belonging through sport, wellness, and community. To learn more about hosting a CAF partnership event or supporting programs like Operation Rebound, reach out to explore how your organization can join the movement.
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