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Javeno McLean

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In this episode of Beyond the Grade, Andrew Hammond sits down with Pride of Britain Award winner Javeno McLean – an exercise specialist whose mission is to use fitness as a tool for empowerment, confidence and connection, particularly for people with disabilities or facing disadvantages.

Together, they explore what it means to create inclusive and supportive environments where young people can be unapologetically themselves. Javeno shares what drives his commitment, what mentorship looks like at its best, and how tailored leadership can unlock the potential in every young person.

Javeno’s work highlights the impact of creating opportunities for everyone to showcase their strength. Tune in to explore how one person’s dedication can transform a community and discover the everyday actions we can all take to help young people step into their strength.

Javeno McLean

Javeno Mclean is a former professional cricket player, power lifting champion but found his true calling in life as an award-winning exercise specialist, known for his vibrant personality, motivational coaching style, and commitment to creating a truly inclusive and supportive environment.

Javeno is celebrated across the globe with 100s of millions of views on his videos across social media for his work with diverse groups, including the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and those with chronic health conditions.

Javeno is on a mission to redefine inclusion through the power of exercise. His work centres around how fitness can be a tool for empowerment, confidence, and connection, particularly for those with disabilities and disadvantages. His approach is simple yet profound, seeing people for who they truly are, what they can do not what they can’t do, and helping them to see they are not their limits.

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