Associate Professor Sean Healy has been named a Fellow of the International Federation of Adapted Physical Activity (IFAPA). This prestigious honour was conferred at the 2025 International Symposium of Adapted Physical Activity, held earlier this month.
Fellow status is the highest recognition bestowed by IFAPA and is reserved for individuals who have made sustained and outstanding contributions to the field of adapted physical activity. As outlined by IFAPA, the award acknowledges excellence in scholarly work, professional service, and leadership within the discipline.
Dr. Healy’s recognition reflects more than a decade of scholarship focused on promoting inclusive physical activity. His work is particularly well known in the area of autism and physical activity, where he is among the most published researchers internationally. His contributions have advanced understanding of participation patterns, barriers, and strategies to support engagement in physical activity for autistic individuals and other underserved populations.
In addition to his research, Dr. Healy has demonstrated exceptional service to the field. He serves as an Associate Editor for Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, the flagship journal in the discipline, and is the current European Representative on the IFAPA Executive Committee.
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