Axis Project

We’re bringing together an extraordinary group of leaders, advocates, clinicians, athletes, and changemakers for an evening of conversation about the future of access, recreation, wellness, and community.

🎤 Moderated by Pavar Snipe — Emmy-nominated producer, writer, comedian, actress, disability advocate, and Co-Founder of .

Featuring:
✨ George Gallego — Founder & Executive Director, The Axis Project
✨ Quemuel Arroyo — Chief Accessibility Officer, MTA
✨ Greg Durso — Chief Programs Ambassador,
✨ Chris Noel — Former ADA Accessibility Coordinator, NYC Parks
✨ Dr. Andrea Leyton-Mange — Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist, Mount Sinai

This conversation is part of Trails for All, the first adaptive off-road biking experience in NYC and the launch of a broader conversation around accessible trails, outdoor recreation, health, wellness, and disability inclusion.

Space is limited. Register on the Axis app and book each activity separately.

Trails for All isn’t just a moment, it’s a movement, and together with The Axis Project, we’re excited to launch this initiative in a big way! This collaboration will focus on creating more opportunities for adaptive equipment users to experience New York City’s beautiful wooded trails, natural terrain, and outdoor recreation spaces that have historically remained out of reach for many people with disabilities. We’re building a community to help foster inclusive recreation spaces and trail systems in New York, and will be calling on city leadership, healthcare providers, disability advocates, and adaptive fitness and recreation specialists to join us! Click the link in our bio for more information. Registration for Friday and Saturday’s events is possible through the Axis Project app or by emailing [email protected]

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