Jon Le Galloudec: Disability & Long-Term Pain Speaker
Jon Le Galloudec, partially paralysed after being shot in Iraq, speaks about living with a disability and long-term pain (CRPS): "disabled but empowered". Honest, funny and inspiring.
In 2007, while serving with the British Army in Iraq, Jon "Frenchie" Le Galloudec was shot through the spine and left partially paralysed. Doctors said he was unlikely to walk again. He went on to compete at the Invictus Games 2014, play for GB Para Ice Hockey in 2015 and the Cardiff Huskies in 2016, climb Kilimanjaro in 2009, trek to Everest Base Camp in 2011 and write his memoir, After the Bullet (2025).
Jon describes himself as "disabled but empowered". He talks about the everyday reality of disability and long-term pain, including CRPS, the humour that helps, and refusing to let a label set the limits.
His talks suit workplaces, disability and inclusion events, charities and community groups.
Living with disability and chronic pain
Jon is a chronic pain lived experience speaker and a long-term pain motivational speaker. After a spinal injury in Iraq left him partially paralysed, he learned to live with pain every day. He talks honestly about what helps, what does not, and how to keep living a full life. He shares his own experience, not medical advice.
What Audiences Take Away
- The reality of living with disability and chronic pain
- Why a label should not decide your future
- Adaptive sport and staying active
- Humour as a survival tool
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Jon give medical advice about pain or disability?
No. Jon shares his own experience. His talks are not medical advice; anyone struggling should speak to their GP or a qualified professional.
How long does Jon speak for?
There is no set length. Jon can give a keynote of around an hour, a conference or TED-style talk of any length, a longer session with an interval, or a series across several days. Every talk is shaped around your event.
How do I book Jon?
Send an enquiry through the contact form on this website with your event date, location, audience size and the kind of talk you have in mind, and Jon will get back to you.
Jon shares his lived experience. His talks are educational and inspirational, not clinical, medical or therapeutic advice. Support contacts are listed on the Speaking page.