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Building Respectful Futures
The Heart of Push The Limit
Push The Limit was created to spread the message of inclusivity and social justice to children and educators across Australia.
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Born from lived experience, the workshop was designed with one purpose - to positively influence how disability is understood within our communities.
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Through engaging, age-appropriate activities and honest storytelling, children begin to see people with disabilities as capable, resilient and valued members of society.
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Inclusion isn’t accidental. It’s modelled, nurtured and taught.
Meet Shanon
“I believe acceptance starts in the home and is carried forward into preschool and the later years of schooling ahead…”
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Shanon was born in 1977 with spina bifida and was immediately transferred from Paddington Women’s Hospital to Prince of Wales Hospital. His parents, first-time parents, were told their son had been born with a disability and was “in a bad way.”
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That moment shaped a lifelong journey of resilience and perspective.
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Today, Shanon shares his lived experience to help children and educators build empathy, awareness and confidence when discussing disability in a respectful and empowering way.
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His approach is open, thoughtful and practical - helping young learners focus on ability, not limitation.
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Shaping Inclusive Classrooms
Recognised for Community Impact
Shanon was honoured as Citizen of the Year in recognition of his contribution to promoting inclusion and positive social change.
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This award reflects the meaningful and lasting impact his workshops continue to have within schools and early childhood communities.
Lived Experience. Real Impact.
Sharing the Conversation on Inclusion
Shanon has been featured in podcast discussions where he speaks about lived experience, disability awareness and the importance of shaping inclusive attitudes from a young age.
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These conversations provide deeper insight into his mission and the heart behind Push The Limit.
FAQ
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What age groups is the Push The Limit workshop suitable for?
The workshop is designed specifically for early childhood settings, including preschool and early primary-aged children. All activities are developmentally appropriate and delivered in a way that is engaging, respectful and easy for young learners to understand.
How does the workshop align with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)?
The Push The Limit workshop aligns closely with the principles and practices of the Early Years Learning Framework for Australia, particularly around respect for diversity, high expectations and equity, and building secure and respectful relationships. Educators are also provided with practical strategies to extend learning beyond the session.
How long is the workshop and what is included?
Workshop duration can be tailored to suit your centre’s schedule. Each session includes storytelling, interactive activities and guided discussion designed to build empathy and understanding. All materials and structured activities are provided, and sessions can be adapted to meet the needs of your service.
Engaging. Meaningful. EYLF Aligned.
The Push The Limit workshop is designed specifically for childcare centres and preschools and aligns closely with the Early Years Learning Framework for Australia.
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Developed with input from education professionals, the workshop includes structured, developmentally appropriate activities that allow children to briefly experience challenges many people manage daily.
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These experiences create space to explore:
• Empathy
• Social barriers
• Bias and fairness
• Respectful conversations
• Inclusion in action
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Educators are also supported with practical strategies to continue meaningful discussions beyond the workshop.
