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To explore human limitations
  • To become the first quadraplegic to sail around the world
  • To achieve the first circumnavigation of the world by a majority crew of wheelchair users
  • To build the first ever yacht capable of safe solo operation by a quadraplegic
  • To build the first ever yacht capable of operation by voice command
  • To achieve the first circumnavigation of the world in a "wingsail" yacht
To educate
  • To demonstrate the way modern technology can enable and access adventure
  • To challenge perceptions, promote the abilities and integration of disabled people
  • To achieve a landmark in advertising history by achieving the first use of sponsorship of an expedition by severely disabled people as part of a company's global marketing strategy.
To inspire change
  • To provide a unique training vessel for severely disabled sailors after the circumnavigation
  • To become the first quadraplegic sailing instructor
  • To establish yachting as a viable sport for severely disabled people
  • To encourage people with their own challenges
     


 

 



 


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