July is Disability Pride Month. This month we commemorate the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act on July 26, 1990. At NYRR, we celebrate our advocacy and support for athletes with disabilities and our long-standing partnership with Achilles International.
NYRR Expands Accessibility Efforts
New York Road Runners continues to expand its disability inclusion efforts to better comply with city, state and federal regulations.
Michael Ring’s Journey with GBS
Michael Ring was diagnosed with acute motor axonal neuropathy, a rare variant of Guillain-Barré syndrome, in 2014. His decade-long recovery has been filled with challenges, but Michael has never lost his energy, optimism or sense of humor.
“I want all people with disabilities to be proud of who they are.”
Susanna Scaloni is a five-time winner of the wheelchair division of the Mastercard New York Mini 10K and has served as a Run for the Future ambassador, working with participants in NYRR’s freerunning and wellness programs for high school girls in New York City.
“What can I do for others?”
Dick Traum lost his right leg in an accident at age 24. Traum, who passed away earlier this year, was known as the first amputee to complete a marathon and founded Achilles International. The race bib for the 2024 Achilles Hope & Possibility 4M presented by TD Bank is a tribute to Traum.
NYRR’s history of helping and supporting athletes with disabilities
New York Road Runners has a long history of including athletes with disabilities in races and programs and has partnered with Achilles International, a community support organization, for decades.