45-year-long anonymity ends for Torres Strait Islander Paralympian, Harry Mosby, as research reveals systemic barriers preventing Indigenous athletes' recognition in Australia.

Harry Mosby, the first and only Torres Strait Islander Paralympian, won a silver medal in men's discus at the 1976 Paralympics in Canada, but his identity went unrecognized for 45 years due to misconceptions about his origins. Recent research has highlighted the experiences of other Indigenous athletes, revealing systemic barriers and assimilation policies that hindered their recognition. The findings call for greater acknowledgment of Indigenous contributions to sports in Australia.

September 02, 2024
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