Diane Sharp & NZ Riding for the Disabled

Diane Sharp will spend 12 months working with New Zealand's Riding for the Disabled Association (NZRDA) which uses riding activities and skills to provide therapy and support to people with disabilities.

Ms Sharp - a registered occupational therapist - will share her knowledge and skills with the NZRDA's many voluntary groups around the country, to develop the potential of using horse riding as therapy for clients with disabilities.

"I've done a lot of volunteer work for Riding for the Disabled and am passionate about riding therapy, having seen first hand the difference it can make. Now I've been given a golden opportunity to contribute to developing a quality assurance programme that makes a difference to the lives of riders and volunteers, " says Ms Sharp.

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