Our Facilitators
Our workshops are led by England blind footballers who bring lived experience, sporting excellence, and genuine passion for disability awareness into every session.
Darren Harris
Lead Facilitator & England Blind Footballer
Darren is a passionate advocate for disability awareness in education. As an England blind footballer, he uses his personal journey to connect with young people and show them that disability does not define what someone can achieve. His workshops are energetic, engaging, and full of real-world insight.
Caps: England international
Specialty: Classroom sessions, Q&A, trust exercises
Aj Ahmed
Facilitator & England Blind Footballer
Aj is a dedicated England blind footballer whose positive attitude and determination shine through in every workshop. He draws on his experience of adapting to sight loss and competing at international level to motivate young people. His sessions focus on building confidence, embracing differences, and showing pupils that barriers can be overcome.
Caps: England squad member
Specialty: Confidence building, inclusive games, motivational talks
Azeem Amir
Facilitator & England Blind Footballer
Azeem brings an infectious energy to every workshop. His story of adapting to sight loss and excelling in competitive blind football inspires children to see ability rather than disability. He specialises in helping pupils understand the importance of communication and trust.
Caps: England squad member
Specialty: Sensory awareness, leadership activities, inclusive games
Eesa Anjit
Facilitator & England Blind Footballer
Eesa is a talented England blind footballer who brings creativity and enthusiasm to every school visit. His journey into blind football inspired a passion for helping young people understand disability in a positive, hands-on way. Eesa's workshops are interactive and thought-provoking, encouraging pupils to challenge their assumptions about what people with visual impairments can do.
Caps: England squad member
Specialty: Interactive workshops, creative thinking, blindfold challenges
Efe Shinwell
Facilitator & England Blind Footballer
Efe is an England blind footballer whose calm and approachable manner puts pupils at ease from the moment he walks into a classroom. He uses his sporting achievements and personal experiences to open up conversations about disability, empathy, and resilience. His sessions are known for being inclusive, insightful, and genuinely inspiring.
Caps: England international
Specialty: Empathy exercises, group discussions, sensory activities