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Physical Activity for All Disabled Persons: A Conversation with Dr. Nicole Kirk

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In the latest episode of What's New in APE, we interviewed Dr. Nicole Kirk, an assistant professor at the University of Georgia, about their journey and research in Adapted Physical Education (APE). Dr. Kirk shared how they initially stumbled into APE through their background in judo and theater in Chicago, when they began working with a student with Down syndrome. This experience ignited their passion for making physical activity accessible for students with disabilities, leading their to pursue formal studies at Southern Illinois University and the University of Virginia, and eventually their PhD at Old Dominion University, where they explored motivation for physical activity among visually impaired and blind individuals under the mentorship of Dr. Justin Haegele. In her current and past research, Dr. Kirk shared insights on the distinct challenges that many disabled individuals face in physical activity, describing how systemic ableism and exclusionary practices often prevent participation. They also highlights the importance of disability sports as an avenue to empower disabled persons and quality physical activity experiences. When conducting research, Dr. Kirk stressed the importance of understanding participants' cultural and social contexts, particularly when working internationally and in lower socio-economic countries. Finally, they expressed the need for more disabled researchers in APE to ensure research aligns with lived experiences.
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In the latest episode of What's New in APE, we interviewed Dr. Nicole Kirk, an assistant professor at the University of Georgia, about their journey and research in Adapted Physical Education (APE). Dr. Kirk shared how they initially stumbled into APE through their background in judo and theater in Chicago, when they began working with a student with Down syndrome. This experience ignited their passion for making physical activity accessible for students with disabilities, leading their to pursue formal studies at Southern Illinois University and the University of Virginia, and eventually their PhD at Old Dominion University, where they explored motivation for physical activity among visually impaired and blind individuals under the mentorship of Dr. Justin Haegele. In her current and past research, Dr. Kirk shared insights on the distinct challenges that many disabled individuals face in physical activity, describing how systemic ableism and exclusionary practices often prevent participation. They also highlights the importance of disability sports as an avenue to empower disabled persons and quality physical activity experiences. When conducting research, Dr. Kirk stressed the importance of understanding participants' cultural and social contexts, particularly when working internationally and in lower socio-economic countries. Finally, they expressed the need for more disabled researchers in APE to ensure research aligns with lived experiences.
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