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Director at WeSwim

"I will treasure my medal forever." - Fulvia, WeSwim swimmer. For the first time, we brought together all five WeSwim clubs to participate in an inclusive and supportive event at our inaugural WeSwim Gala. It was an inspiring occasion where each swimmer’s achievements were celebrated, offering an opportunity for individuals to showcase their achievements and take pride in their progress. We were honoured to welcome the Mayor of Islington Council, Councillor Anjna Khurana, who contributed greatly to the event with her humour, empathy, and words of encouragement as she awarded the medals. A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated volunteers, whose efforts — whether in timing races, supporting swimmers, creating artwork, or baking for the award ceremony — were instrumental in making the event a success. We are also deeply grateful to our funders Culture Mile BID London Marathon Foundation The National Lottery Community Fund and to GLL #IronmongerRowBaths for hosting and extending such a warm welcome. This event was a true celebration of not just swimming, but the strength of our community spirit. #InclusiveSwimming #Community #DisabilitySwimming #LondonCommunity #Inclusion Jane Hemsworth Kendall Robbins Victoria Watkins Jonathan Douglas Catriona McLellan Robin Hu Harriet Glanville Ana-Maria Marcu Elizabeth Shelton Joe Geary Vasu Singh Sujata Luchmun Louise Marfany Sophie Bloxam Adrienne Q. Sophie France Bianca Meumann Camille Vinel Anna Parkinson Libby Eastwood Selena Colmer Keith Ibbetson Arkin Mert ANDREW BEDFORD Sarah Baker Austin Casey

  • Supporters cheering for our swimmers with banners including "just keep swimming" and "go swimmers". The Mayor of Islington is among those holding up signs in the viewing gallery.
  • 3 people waiting in the water. The middle one is looking at the camera, smiling and waving.
  • Swimmers and volunteers smiling and laughing poolside
  • Someone sitting on the edge of the pool, waiting to go on, with a female volunteer chatting to him from poolside. He is wearing goggles, excited to get going.

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