Sue Austin is the woman behind the world’s first underwater wheelchair.
An extended illness meant Sue’s mobility was affected, causing her to rely on an electric wheelchair to get around.
Not one to shy away from a challenge, she decided to train as a disabled diver using fin gloves.
Scuba diving is thought of as positive, fun and adventure while wheelchairs are often considered the opposite, noted Sue.
So she decided to combine wheelchairs and scuba diving to challenge people’s preconceptions. We think that’s pretty inspiring.
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