Rick Hansen

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Person
gptkb:Athlete
gptkb:autobiography
gptkb:Human
gptkbp:accident_cause vehicle collision
gptkbp:accident_location gptkb:Manitoba,_Canada
gptkbp:adapted_into stage performances
film projects
gptkbp:advocacy accessibility
inclusion
health research
accessibility initiatives
accessibility in public spaces
spinal cord injury awareness
healthcare improvements for people with disabilities
gptkbp:advocated_for disability rights
mental health awareness
environmental sustainability
support for individuals with disabilities
inclusive education
equal opportunities
accessible transportation
accessible environments
increased funding for research
employment opportunities for people with disabilities
sports for people with disabilities
accessible public transportation
improved accessibility in public spaces
increased funding for rehabilitation services
research funding for spinal cord injuries
gptkbp:advocates_for gptkb:Accessibility
Disability Rights
disability rights
accessible environments
inclusion of people with disabilities
Spinal Cord Injury Research
gptkbp:award gptkb:Meritorious_Service_Decoration
gptkb:Governor_General's_Meritorious_Service_Medal
gptkb:Order_of_Canada
gptkbp:awarded_to gptkb:Canadian_Book_Award
gptkbp:awards gptkb:Meritorious_Service_Decoration
gptkb:Governor_General's_Meritorious_Service_Medal
gptkb:Order_of_Canada
Canadian Sports Hall of Fame Inductee
Canadian Olympic Hall of Fame Inductee
Canadian Disability Hall of Fame Inductee
gptkbp:birth_date 1957-08-26
gptkbp:birth_place Port Alberni, British Columbia, Canada
gptkbp:born_in gptkb:Port_Alberni,_British_Columbia
Port Alberni, British Columbia, Canada
gptkbp:born_on August 26, 1957
gptkbp:children 2
gptkbp:collaboration various charities
gptkbp:completed_journey gptkb:Man_in_Motion_World_Tour
gptkbp:complications gptkb:1985
gptkbp:covers Hansen's journey as an athlete
gptkbp:delivers keynote speeches
gptkbp:discusses challenges faced by Hansen
gptkbp:documentary The Rick Hansen Story
Rick Hansen: One Man's Journey
gptkbp:events gptkb:Rick_Hansen_25th_Anniversary_Relay
gptkb:Rick_Hansen_Wheels_in_Motion
gptkb:World_Wheelchair_Games
gptkb:1988_Summer_Paralympics
gptkb:1992_Summer_Paralympics
gptkb:Paralympic_Games
1973-05-22
gptkbp:famous_for his athletic achievements and advocacy work
gptkbp:founded gptkb:Rick_Hansen_Foundation
gptkb:Hansen's_Heroes
gptkbp:founder gptkb:Rick_Hansen_Foundation
gptkbp:full_name gptkb:Rick_Hansen
gptkbp:has multiple awards
gptkbp:has_accident spinal cord injury
gptkbp:has_achieved multiple world records in wheelchair racing
gptkbp:has_achievements gptkb:Marathon_of_Hope
gptkb:Man_in_Motion_World_Tour
Honorary Doctorate from the University of Toronto
Honorary Doctorate from the University of British Columbia
Honorary Doctorate from the University of Alberta
Honorary Doctorate from the University of New Brunswick
Honorary Doctorate from the University of Saskatchewan
Promoted inclusivity in sports
Honorary Doctorate from Simon Fraser University
Honorary Doctorate from the University of Calgary
Received honorary degrees from multiple universities
Honorary Doctorate from the University of Victoria
Honorary Doctorate from the University of Manitoba
first person to complete a wheelchair tour around the world
Honorary Doctorate from the University of Windsor
Promoted the importance of accessibility in public spaces
Inspiration for many individuals with disabilities
Advocated for the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Raised over $26 million for spinal cord injury research
First person to complete a wheelchair tour around the world
Advocated for accessibility in public spaces
Participated in the 1988 Winter Paralympics
Raised over $26 million for spinal cord research
Inspired the creation of the Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion program
gptkbp:has_appeared_in gptkb:documentaries
gptkb:television_shows
television programs
documentaries about disability advocacy
gptkbp:has_award gptkb:Meritorious_Service_Decoration
gptkb:Order_of_Canada
gptkb:Queen_Elizabeth_II_Diamond_Jubilee_Medal
Canadian Sports Hall of Fame Inductee
gptkbp:has_child 2
Brittany Hansen
Dylan Hansen
Kelsey Hansen
Rebecca Hansen
Brandon Hansen
Zoe Hansen
gptkbp:has_collaborated_with gptkb:governments
gptkb:healthcare_professionals
government agencies
research institutions
various organizations
various charities
non-profits
businesses to promote inclusivity
scientists on spinal cord injury research
various organizations for disability rights
gptkbp:has_education gptkb:University_of_British_Columbia
gptkbp:has_established gptkb:Rick_Hansen_Foundation
scholarships for students with disabilities
gptkbp:has_events gptkb:Rick_Hansen_Wheels_in_Motion
gptkb:Man_in_Motion_Tour
gptkb:Rick_Hansen_Day
gptkb:Rick_Hansen_Relay
gptkbp:has_given_speeches at various conferences
gptkbp:has_given_speeches_at schools
conferences
corporate events
gptkbp:has_impact_on awareness of accessibility issues
gptkbp:has_influence_on gptkb:Paralympic_Movement
gptkb:community_service
gptkb:volunteerism
gptkb:Disability_Rights_Movement
gptkb:Paralympic_movement
community engagement
community outreach programs
mental health awareness
community health initiatives
youth empowerment
Advocacy for spinal cord injury research
Disability Awareness
social justice initiatives
sportsmanship and fair play
youth sports programs
Advocacy for mental health awareness
Community service initiatives
advocacy for research funding
health and wellness initiatives
advocacy for policy change
Health and wellness initiatives
sports development
Youth empowerment programs
leadership in sports
research on spinal cord injuries
collaboration with NGOs
partnerships with government agencies
Disability awareness
Encouragement of volunteerism
Support for veterans with disabilities
awareness of spinal cord injuries
Support for families of individuals with disabilities
Inspiration for athletes with disabilities
empowerment through sports
Promotion of social entrepreneurship
empowerment of individuals with disabilities
support for families of individuals with disabilities
international disability rights
Accessibility legislation
physical fitness advocacy
advocacy for inclusive education
support for athletes with disabilities
Promotion of adaptive sports
Sports for people with disabilities
global disability rights advocacy
cultural change regarding disabilities
Sports for People with Disabilities
Promotion of community integration for people with disabilities
Advocacy for equal opportunities in employment
Advocacy for universal design principles
Awareness campaigns for accessibility
Encouragement of inclusive education
Promotion of physical fitness for all
Public policy regarding disability rights
Support for assistive technology development
Support for research in rehabilitation sciences
Promotion of healthy lifestyles for individuals with disabilities
Encouragement of participation in sports and recreation
awareness campaigns for disabilities
disability sports events
education about disabilities
fundraising for disability organizations
fundraising for disability research
gptkbp:has_influenced adaptive sports
athletes with disabilities
social change initiatives
youth empowerment programs
disability sports
public perception of disability
policy changes in sports
disability policy in Canada
future generations of advocates
policies on disability rights
public policy on disability
many athletes with disabilities
public policy on disability issues
gptkbp:has_occupation gptkb:activists
gptkb:Author
gptkb:Athlete
gptkb:Motivational_speaker
gptkbp:has_participated_in gptkb:Man_in_Motion_World_Tour
gptkb:the_Man_in_Motion_World_Tour
gptkb:educational_programs
gptkb:fundraising_events
gptkb:Paralympic_Games
community events
community outreach programs
international competitions
awareness campaigns
advocacy training programs
international conferences
youth mentorship programs
celebrity events
sports events for charity
international advocacy campaigns
fundraising events for spinal cord research
international disability rights campaigns
gptkbp:has_performed_at gptkb:educational_institutions
overcoming challenges
numerous conferences
numerous conferences on accessibility
gptkbp:has_quote " Hope is a powerful thing."
" The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step."
" I believe that we can change the world."
" Dream big and work hard."
" Every step counts."
" Inclusion is the key to a better world."
" Life is about overcoming challenges."
" Together, we can make a difference."
" We all have the power to make a difference."
" The only limits are the ones we set for ourselves."
gptkbp:has_received gptkb:Governor_General's_Meritorious_Service_Decoration
gptkb:Governor_General's_Meritorious_Service_Medal
gptkb:the_Meritorious_Service_Decoration
gptkb:Order_of_Canada
gptkb:Queen_Elizabeth_II_Diamond_Jubilee_Medal
honorary degrees
numerous awards for humanitarian work
numerous honorary degrees
Canadian Sports Hall of Fame induction
gptkbp:has_spouse gptkb:Amanda_Hansen
gptkbp:has_title gptkb:Man_in_Motion
gptkbp:has_worked_with youth organizations
media to raise awareness
governments to improve accessibility
gptkbp:has_written Rick Hansen: One Man's Journey
articles on disability advocacy
book ' Rick Hansen: Man in Motion'
books on disability advocacy
book about his journey
books on motivation and resilience
autobiography ' Rick Hansen: Man in Motion'
gptkbp:highlights Hansen's achievements
gptkbp:honorary_title gptkb:University_of_British_Columbia
gptkb:Simon_Fraser_University
gptkb:University_of_Alberta
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Rick Hansen
gptkbp:includes personal stories
gptkbp:influence gptkb:leadership
gptkb:teamwork
gptkb:disability_rights_movement
community engagement
public speaking
rehabilitation services
hope
courage
determination
resilience
youth empowerment
community engagement initiatives
inclusion in sports
sportsmanship
inspiration
adaptive sports
perseverance
disability rights advocacy
motivational speaking
fundraising for spinal cord injury research
sports for people with disabilities
role model for young athletes
public speaking on disability issues
sports for persons with disabilities
advocacy for inclusive education
global disability rights movement
inspiration for athletes with disabilities
awareness for spinal cord injuries
awareness for accessibility in sports
healthcare policy for disabled individuals
promoting physical activity for all
global awareness of disability issues
gptkbp:influenced gptkb:disability_rights_movement
adaptive sports
spinal cord injury research
sports for athletes with disabilities
disability awareness
gptkbp:influences gptkb:disability_rights_movement
gptkbp:inspiration gptkb:Terry_Fox
gptkbp:inspired gptkb:Rick_Hansen_Secondary_School
gptkb:Rick_Hansen_Wheels_in_Motion
gptkb:Rick_Hansen_Relay
numerous documentaries and films
gptkbp:involvement spinal cord injury research
sports development programs
youth mentorship programs
advocacy for mental health awareness
fundraising for spinal cord injury research
support for veterans with disabilities
collaboration with government on disability policies
support for adaptive sports programs
gptkbp:is a symbol of hope
a source of inspiration
a sports icon
a public speaker
a public figure
a national hero
a role model
a community leader
a leader in advocacy
a philanthropist
a motivational speaker
a champion for accessibility
a change-maker
a disability advocate
an advocate for health care
gptkbp:is_a gptkb:leadership
gptkb:parachute
gptkb:Motivational_speaker
gptkb:Public_figure
gptkb:Philanthropist
former athlete
role model
symbol of hope and perseverance
cultural icon in Canada
advocate for health care access
champion for social change
inspirational speaker
advocate for health and wellness
champion for disability rights
founder of the Rick Hansen Foundation
inspiration for many individuals
leader in the disability community
role model for people with disabilities
global ambassador for disability rights
influential figure in Canada
gptkbp:is_a_foundation_for gptkb:Rick_Hansen_Foundation
gptkbp:is_about Rick Hansen's life
gptkbp:is_active_in Community outreach programs
Public speaking engagements
Advocacy for disability rights
Fundraising for medical research
gptkbp:is_an_athlete_in gptkb:rugby
gptkbp:is_an_inspirational_speaker_for youth and communities
gptkbp:is_associated_with gptkb:Rick_Hansen_Foundation
gptkb:Man_in_Motion_Tour
gptkbp:is_available_in gptkb:audiobook
ebook
hardcover
gptkbp:is_available_on gptkb:Kobo
gptkb:Amazon
gptkb:Barnes_&_Noble
gptkb:Apple_Books
gptkbp:is_celebrated_for his resilience
his advocacy work
his athletic achievements
his inspirational message
gptkbp:is_celebrated_in gptkb:Rick_Hansen_Day
gptkbp:is_cited_in biographies of athletes
gptkbp:is_discussed_in gptkb:interviews
gptkb:podcasts
gptkb:talk_shows
educational settings
gptkbp:is_featured_in gptkb:interviews
gptkb:documentaries
gptkbp:is_from gptkb:Port_Alberni,_British_Columbia
gptkbp:is_influenced_by other autobiographies
gptkbp:is_influential_in disability advocacy
gptkbp:is_inspirational_to athletes with disabilities
gptkbp:is_known_for gptkb:The_Man_in_Motion_World_Tour
gptkb:Man_in_Motion_World_Tour
gptkb:the_Man_in_Motion_World_Tour
gptkb:Paralympic_Games
athletic achievements
his resilience
his determination
his resilience and determination
advocacy for people with disabilities
humanitarian work
motivational speaking
his public speaking skills
spinal cord injury advocacy
his advocacy work
spinal cord injury awareness
his positive outlook
his wheelchair skills
Activism for people with disabilities
his advocacy for spinal cord research
his advocacy work in sports.
his dedication to community service
his story of perseverance
gptkbp:is_married_to gptkb:Amanda_Hansen
gptkbp:is_mentioned_in documentaries about Hansen
gptkbp:is_notable_for its motivational content
gptkbp:is_part_of gptkb:Rick_Hansen_Foundation
Canadian literature
Rick Hansen's legacy
gptkbp:is_promoted_by libraries
schools
community centers
book clubs
gptkbp:is_recognized_by gptkb:Canadian_Sports_Hall_of_Fame
gptkb:Canadian_government
gptkb:Canadian_Disability_Hall_of_Fame
international organizations
sports organizations
the Canadian government for his contributions
gptkbp:is_recommended_for young adults
gptkbp:is_reviewed_by gptkb:National_Post
gptkb:Goodreads
gptkb:The_Globe_and_Mail
Book Page
gptkbp:is_supported_by non-profit organizations
gptkbp:is_used_in disability studies courses
gptkbp:is_visited_by over 34 countries during his tour
gptkbp:known_for gptkb:Man_in_Motion_World_Tour
paralympic sports
spinal cord injury advocacy
gptkbp:legacy gptkb:Rick_Hansen_Relay
gptkbp:lives_in gptkb:British_Columbia,_Canada
gptkbp:notable_achievement raising over $26 million for spinal cord injury research
gptkbp:notable_event gptkb:Man_in_Motion_World_Tour
gptkb:Rick_Hansen_25th_Anniversary_Relay
gptkbp:notable_leader various charities
gptkbp:notable_work gptkb:Man_in_Motion_World_Tour
gptkbp:occupation gptkb:activists
gptkb:Athlete
gptkbp:participated_in gptkb:World_Wheelchair_Games
gptkb:Paralympic_Games
gptkbp:post_accident_activity gptkb:activists
gptkb:Author
gptkb:wheelchair_athlete
gptkbp:promoted gptkb:volunteerism
community engagement
health and wellness
inclusive education
adaptive sports
sportsmanship and teamwork
accessibility initiatives
employment opportunities for people with disabilities
inclusive sports programs
physical activity for all
the importance of mental health for people with disabilities
awareness campaigns for disability rights
research funding for spinal cord injuries
the importance of accessibility in design
gptkbp:published_by gptkb:Random_House_Canada
gptkbp:raises_funds_for spinal cord research
over $26 million for spinal cord injury research
gptkbp:received gptkb:Order_of_Canada
gptkbp:recognition gptkb:Canadian_Sports_Hall_of_Fame
gptkb:International_Wheelchair_and_Amputee_Sports_Federation_Hall_of_Fame
gptkb:British_Columbia_Sports_Hall_of_Fame
Honorary Doctorate from the University of British Columbia
Honorary Doctorate from Simon Fraser University
gptkbp:released_in gptkb:2012
gptkbp:residence gptkb:British_Columbia,_Canada
gptkb:Vancouver,_British_Columbia,_Canada
gptkbp:resides_in gptkb:British_Columbia,_Canada
gptkbp:sport gptkb:basketball
gptkb:rugby
gptkbp:spouse gptkb:Amanda_Hansen
gptkbp:supported community initiatives
local charities
research funding initiatives
gptkbp:team gptkb:Canadian_Paralympic_Team
Paraplegia
spinal cord injury
paraplegia
gptkbp:translated_into gptkb:French
gptkb:Spanish
gptkbp:website rickhansen.com
gptkbp:won_award gptkb:Meritorious_Service_Decoration
gptkb:British_Columbia_Sports_Hall_of_Fame_Induction
gptkb:Governor_General's_Meritorious_Service_Medal
gptkb:Meritorious_Service_Medal
gptkb:Order_of_Canada
gptkb:Queen_Elizabeth_II_Diamond_Jubilee_Medal
Canadian Sports Hall of Fame Induction
gptkbp:written_by gptkb:Rick_Hansen
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:the_Order_of_Canada
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