Sun International takes a seat for CEO Wheelchair Campaign

Sun International CEO Anthony Leeming spent the day in a wheelchair to raise awareness for those with disabilities
Sun International CEO Anthony Leeming took a seat for the day – not at the boardroom table, but in a wheelchair, to create awareness for those with intellectual disabilities.
The hospitality and gaming company has donated R55 000 towards the annual Little Eden Society CEO Wheelchair Campaign, which sees chief executives across the country spend a day in a wheelchair to raise awareness about challenges experienced by people with limited mobility.

Sun International CEO wheeling around Central Office and performing day-to-day actions
All money raised will go towards caring for 300 children and adults with profound intellectual disabilities at Little Eden. It costs the NGO R13 460 to care for one resident per month, and many are from families who cannot contribute towards their costs.
“For many people, wheelchairs are the only way to move around and from which to view the world,” said Leeming. “I spent the day in a wheelchair and got to understand some of the challenges our disabled colleagues face daily.”
The initiative forms part of Sun International’s desire to recruit more people with disabilities and increase the company’s focus on creating a conducive environment for all employees.
“We love supporting organisations that are making a difference in the communities in which we operate. By participating in this campaign as part of our social investment, Sun International has been part of the movement to shine a light on mobility challenges faced by individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities.”
Sun International employees were also asked to join efforts to make a difference to Little Eden by donating nappies, socks, tinned food or peanut butter.
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