Becky's inspirational dance moves

13 Dec 2018 11:13

DEDICATED dancer Becky Rich has been recognised with a community award for the contribution she has made to the lives of people with disabilities across Lancashire.

The 27-year-old from Preston is a volunteer with county-based charity DanceSyndrome.

It delivers inclusive dance workshops and dance leadership training, as well as inspiring performances that demonstrate a focus on ability rather than disability.

DanceSyndrome's ethos is that disability should never be a barrier to follow your dreams.

As a dance leader and ambassador for the group, Becky goes to many community events to inspire people to see what can be achieved when society becomes more inclusive.

Because of the incredible work she does, she was chosen as the 2018 winner of the Lesley Finley Community Award which is awarded each year to a member of the community by Disability Equality (NW).

Becky was presented with the award at the Disability Equality (NW) AGM at Plugington Community Centre, Preston.

Melanie Close, chief executive of Disability Equality (NW), said: "Becky is a very worthy winner of this year's award.

"Becky has danced at many of our events and never fails to get people dancing and to make people smile - she has a real gift for spreading happiness and improving the lives of disabled people through dance."

Becky said: "I'm thrilled to receive this award! It is amazing to be recognised. I absolutely love working with DanceSyndrome.

"Having Down's syndrome has never stopped me from doing anything that I wanted to do, and I am dedicated to sharing that message and helping people to see that people with disabilities should be treated as equals in society.

"Winning this award shows that people with disabilities can achieve anything, so my message to others is 'Follow your dreams - you can do it!"

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