EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
The ACO is committed to equal opportunities and we welcome members with
disabilities. We have had blind Cadets participating in activities including
target shooting and adventure training; wheelchairs are no barrier to
many of the pursuits available - we can get you abseiling! Help with dyslexia
and other learning difficulties can be given to help Cadets pass the training
syllabus levels. Each Squadron will do its utmost to ensure that as many
people was possible can take advantage of the opportunities on offer.
It does need to be noted, however, that not all Squadrons are able to
supply wheelchair access and that the physically and mentally challenging
nature of some of our activities may exclude some from participating.
This is down to purely practical and logistical problems. Each Squadron
will have its own individual characteristics. We will do our best to try
and overcome them but it is only fair to prospective and current members
to state that membership may not be suitable for all and that there may
be some things you will be unable to take part in. The Commanding Officer
at your local Squadron will be very pleased to meet and discuss with you
any concerns you may have and offer advice. Don't be put off from enquiring
about joining, make contact and see what you can do.