The Harlequins Foundation are delighted to launch a series of academic webinars exploring key themes of equality, diversity, and inclusion, and how we as the sports sector can use our platform to help improve representation at every level.

Focusing on mental health and wellbeing, we’re pleased to be joined by Owain Davies, Chief Executive of Level Playing Field (LPF), who will be giving a short presentation, before opening up for a Q&A.

Watching live sport has a significant impact on the overall wellbeing of disabled sports fans. This session will look at the current challenges facing disabled sports fans, and the impact of live sport on mental health and wellbeing. The session will also look at how inclusion for disabled fans can have a positive impact on mental well-being, and how to deliver greater inclusion and support.

Owain Davies is the Chief Executive of Level Playing Field (LPF), the leading campaigning and advisory body for disabled sports fans. Having worked in the sport for social change sector for over 10 years, in 2018 Owain was appointed the Chief Executive of LPF. LPF represents the views of disabled sports fans along with advocating on their behalf.  Owain has had a passion for work in this area from a young age, due to family involvement. Previously, Owain worked at a specialist educational needs school for young people with learning disabilities and behavioural challenges. He worked in the PE department and was Director of rugby, where sport was used to support education and build confidence.