Champions

Harriet’s story: Rebuilding independence after spinal cord injury

Meet Harriet: Lives in Cambridgeshire  Represented Team GB in archery ...

Kathy’s story: Overcoming challenges after spinal cord injury

Meet Kathy: Loves basketball, rugby and tennis  Has a black ...

The Story Behind Back Up’s Brand Update

When developing our Limitless Ambition to Transform Lives 2025–2030 strategy, ...

Jess stock one of the founders of Back up

From a spark of an idea to Back Up: Jess Stock on helping build a legacy 

As part of Back Up's 40th Birthday, we’re celebrating the people whose ideas, energy ...

Mike Nemesvary Backup Founder

From injury to impact, Founder Mike Nemesvary on 40 years of Back Up

Founder Mike Nemesvary on spinal cord injury, independence, and the movement that has helped transform ...

Bethany’s story: Regaining independence with the support of Back Up

Meet Bethany: Author, poet and disability activist  Lives in Monmouthshire, ...

Richard’s story: Rediscovering confidence after spinal cord injury

Meet Richard:Father of two Lecturer at the University of Southampton World record holding fundraiser ...

Joe’s story: Adventure after spinal cord injury

Meet Joe: Manager of an accessible gym  Former heavy equipment ...

Julie’s story: Connection and understanding after spinal cord injury

Meet Julie:  Loves spending time with her family   Enjoys gardening ...

Gareth’s story: Rediscovering confidence after spinal cord injury

Meet Gareth: I’m 68 and a proud grandfather of six. Before my accident, I ran ...