Inspiring Lives: Rehab Ahmed and Angela Bachiller

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What is one challenge that Rehab Ahmed faced in her journey as a powerlifter?

  • Finding appropriate equipment
  • Lack of financial support
  • Training without a coach
  • Combining powerlifting with motherhood (correct)

What significant achievement did Rehab Ahmed accomplish in 2019?

  • Winning gold at the Paralympics
  • Starting a new weightlifting program
  • Winning gold at the World Para Powerlifting Championships (correct)
  • Becoming a coach for young athletes

Which aspect of Angela Bachiller's upbringing contributed to her success as a town councillor?

  • Her family's emphasis on equality and hard work (correct)
  • Receiving extensive coaching in politics
  • Attending special educational programs
  • Being treated differently due to her disability

What common stereotype did Rehab Ahmed face in the sport of powerlifting?

<p>Powerlifting is perceived as a male sport (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact has Angela Bachiller had on perceptions of individuals with Down's Syndrome?

<p>She has changed people’s minds and earned respect for her work (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has been one of the challenges Rehab Ahmed faced while pursuing powerlifting?

<p>Overcoming societal views on female athletes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following roles does Angela Bachiller currently hold?

<p>Town councillor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant change in perception that Angela Bachiller aimed to achieve?

<p>Promoting acceptance of individuals with Down's Syndrome in responsible jobs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What attribute has Rehab Ahmed displayed in her approach to powerlifting despite her disability?

<p>Resilience (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor was less significant in Rehab Ahmed's journey to becoming a powerlifter?

<p>Her disability (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of support did Angela Bachiller receive from her family?

<p>Encouragement to lead a normal life (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has been one of Rehab Ahmed's notable accomplishments in international competition?

<p>Winning gold at the World Para Powerlifting Championships (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How has Rehab Ahmed influenced young women regarding sports?

<p>By becoming an inspirational role model through her successes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Angela Bachiller’s tenure as a town councillor from typical politicians?

<p>Her determination not to be treated differently due to her disability (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What challenge is commonly faced by women in sports, as highlighted by Rehab's experience?

<p>Underrepresentation and lack of role models (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Rehab Ahmed

  • Rehab Ahmed is an Egyptian powerlifter who has overcome many challenges to become a champion.
  • She had a disability but has not let that stop her from lifting weights.
  • Rehab Ahmed faced doubt about whether she could successfully combine powerlifting with being a mother.
  • She also faced the challenge of being a female powerlifter in a male-dominated sport.
  • Rehab Ahmed has won gold at the 2019 World Para Powerlifting Championships and silver at the 2016 and 2020 Paralympics.
  • She is an inspiration to other young women because of her achievements.

Angela Bachiller

  • Angela Bachiller is from Valladolid, Spain and was born with Down's Syndrome.
  • She has a learning disability and is not as tall as the average person.
  • Her family treated her the same as any other child, emphasizing hard work, trying your best, and helping others.
  • She worked as an administrative assistant at the town hall in Valladolid for two and a half years.
  • Angela Bachiller won a vote to become a town councillor in 2013.
  • She has performed her role as town councillor the same as any other person in that job.
  • Her determination to not be treated differently has helped change people's minds about people with Down's Syndrome.

Rehab Ahmed

  • Rehab Ahmed, a powerlifter, used to watch the sport on TV but didn't participate herself.
  • She started powerlifting after meeting the Egyptian powerlifting team's coach.
  • Rehab is disabled, but this hasn't stopped her from lifting weights.
  • Rehab initially questioned whether she could balance powerlifting with motherhood.
  • Powerlifting is often perceived as a male sport, limiting female role models.
  • Rehab has become an inspiration to other women due to her success.
  • She won gold at the 2019 World Para Powerlifting Championships and silver at the 2016 and 2020 Paralympics.

Angela Bachiller

  • Angela Bachiller was born with Down's Syndrome, which typically results in learning disabilities and shorter stature.
  • Her family never treated her differently due to her condition, emphasizing hard work, personal best efforts, and helping others.
  • Angela worked as an administrative assistant before becoming a town councillor in Valladolid, Spain.
  • Her strong character and determination led to her being accepted as a competent professional, changing public perceptions about people with Down's Syndrome.

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