Dawn Whitmore-Kirby won the ‘Change a Life’ award at the UK Coaching Awards 2023!
On 5th December 2023, our Regional Coach Dawn Whitmore-Kirby attended the UK Coaching Awards ceremony at The Queens Hotel in Leeds. Dawn was named as a finalist in the 'Change a Life' Award category. This award recognises a coach who has empowered and inspired an individual from a diverse community through #GreatCoaching.
Dawn had the honour of accepting the award on the night for winning the 'Change a Life' category. Dawn's acceptance speech after receiving the award was truly inspiring. She expressed her gratitude towards her team for their hard work and dedication which led to her success.
"I feel very humble receiving this award because I'm part of a big team. Without the team, I can't do what I do, and it's the teamwork that makes my dream work. I've always wanted to help other people enjoy horses the same way that I have." says Dawn.
"I feel very humble receiving this award because I'm part of a big team. Without the team, I can't do what I do, and it's the teamwork that makes my dream work. I've always wanted to help other people enjoy horses the same way that I have."
- Dawn Whitmore-Kirby
Dawn's recognition is well-deserved. Her many roles at National, Regional, County, and Group levels have enabled her to change the lives of RDA participants and volunteers. She has also contributed to the success in Special Olympics. We are extremely proud to have Dawn play her role as the Regional Coach and Acting Regional Chair in our region. We are inspired by her example of teamwork, dedication and compassion.
You can read the summary of UK Coaching Awards 2023 - Read here!