Kevin Paul

Kevin Paul is a decorated South African Paralympic swimmer, winning gold medals at the 2008 Beijing and 2016 Rio Paralympics, as well as a silver medal at the 2012 London Games. Now based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Kevin leads Nujoom, a pioneering school sports and facilities management company that is transforming youth sports in alignment with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. Through Nujoom, Kevin is dedicated to empowering the next generation with world-class sports programs and inclusive activities for all the community, like Jeddah Social Swim, a community group fostering engagement in aquatic sports. Kevin’s mission centres on building lasting opportunities for sports participation.

Session Overview

Thursday, 7 November

10:30

Voices of Tomorrow Conference Room B 10:30 - 11:00

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People of determination: ensuring access for all

People of determination face more barriers in their personal and professional lives. Those who need assistive technology and healthcare support face even more challenges. That's why it's crucial for employers, coworkers, and society to build inclusive and supportive environments that allow everyone to thrive.

Attendee Insights:

In this inspiring session, hear from a double Paralympic gold and silver medallist, Kevin Paul, on his journey to Paralympic success and how he is now a champion for people of determination in the UAE from both a societal and business sense.