Rick Hansen: Man In Motion Rick Hansen’s Man in Motion World Tour has raised millions of dollars for spinal cord research and has done much to raise public awareness about the lives of people with disabilities. In these activities, students will have the opportunity to learn about Rick Hansen, the Man in Motion World Tour, and the legacy of Rick Hansen. They will learn about the magnitude of Hansen’s accomplishments, the obstacles he overcame to reach his goals, and the awards he has received for his accomplishments. They will have the opportunity to analyze the pros and cons of corporate sponsorship of medical research and the government’s responsibility in this area, and to create an original award to honour Rick Hansen.
