This week DWD Host Diana Sifuna is joined by Danielle Evans, the reigning Miss Brighton and Founder of the viral rugby campaign #TryMe.
Danielle was born at 26 weeks, weighing a mere 0.835kg and suffered from chronic lung disease. She also experienced a number of learning difficulties in school. However, despite these challenges, Danielle continues to play rugby, continue learning and hopes to be example to many people, who are struggling. Whereas men are more likely to engage in sport or physical activity to have fun (33%), to be with friends (23%) or to improve physical performance (26%), women are concerned with controlling their weight (26%), to improve their physical appearance (24%) or to counteract the effects of ageing (17%).
Additionally, Danielle graduated from Southampton Solent, achieving a First Class Honours degree in Fashion Photography. In February, she graduated from Brighton Business School after obtaining my Masters degree in Marketing (Digital Specialty). Since then, Danielle has been nominated for the ‘Positive Role Model’ award from the National Diversity Awards Organisation. In 2019, Danielle founded the globally recognised campaign, #TryMe, which aims to break stereotypes in women's rugby and sport, whilst also promoting body positivity, inclusion and diversity. This campaign has reached the global press and Danielle has held a number of talks and interviews at schools and rugby clubs up and down the UK.
In February of this year, Danielle was awarded the title of Miss Brighton, meaning she gets to represent the city at the prestigious pageant, Miss Great Britain. Danielle uses this title to continue her positive influence in and around the city. She volunteers and is an ambassador for a number of charities.
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