Wheelies enables disabled users to connect in a virtual world
The world’s first virtual disability nightclub, Wheelies is based in SecondLife, the internet-based virtual world where people can interact, play and do business, Wheelies has become a meeting point for disabled users to connect and discuss developments in disability issues.
Founded in 2006 by Simon Stevens, an independent Disability Consultant and Trainer who has cerebral palsy, Wheelies has supported over 5,000 people in over 30 countries and its membership continues to grow.
Wheelies won the Revolutionary Award in the 2008 UK Catalyst Awards. Find out about the 2009 UK Catalyst Awards.
Watch a short history of SecondLife’s Wheelies:
Simon Steven’s is also a Make Your Mark Ambassador - read Simon’s inspiring story.
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