Boys and Girls Club - Durham - Aquatics Department
Boys and Girls Club of Durham (BGC Durham) is recognized for developing an adaptive swim program that provides affordable, one-on-one lessons in a calm, low-stimulation environment. The program has made a meaningful impact on children and youth on the autism spectrum, those who are neurodiverse, and individuals who require mobility supports by offering a safe and supportive space to build swimming skills, and confidence. As one of the few programs of its kind, it demonstrates a strong commitment to inclusion and accessibility in the community.
CIH MENTAL Wellness Solutions
Miss Natasha Connects of CIH Mental Wellness Solutions is a dedicated peer support specialist, disability and mental wellness advocate, author, and speaker. She works alongside professionals in the disability and mental health sectors, promoting wellness practices that strengthen their ability to support individuals living with both seen and unseen disabilities.
Matisse Hamel-Nelis
Matisse Hamel-Nelis, founder of Matisse Hamel-Nelis Consulting, is a recognized leader in advancing accessibility and inclusion in Oshawa and beyond. As a communications consultant, trainer, and co-author of Accessible Communications: Create Impact, Avoid Missteps and Build Trust, she equips organizations with practical tools to create inclusive, accessible communications that make a real difference.
