Anne Wafula Strike MBE, provides a personal example of courage, commitment and determination that challenges misconceptions about disability. Athlete, author, and sporting ambassador, Anne inspires achievement and excellence across a broad range of life situations through motivational talks and appearances that encourages others to overcome difficulties and maximise their potential.

Anne is a Paralympian wheelchair racer and a Tough Mudder conquerer who demonstrate that it’s possible to break down barriers. She is a NED on UK Athletics and continues to encourage for an accessible and inclusive society. She holds a B.ed degree and supports various not for profit organisation both at national abs international level.

As part of her role on the Active Essex board, Anne is one of our EDI champions (Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Champions).