PRF Adds Ross as Newest Board Member

Para Rowing Foundation has appointed Kathryn Ross, Based in Canberra, Australia, to the nonprofit’s board effective immediately.

PRF was established in 2018 and aims to reduce barriers for rowers with disabilities by providing resources and global connections. The organization makes rowing accessible to all and gives novice all the way up to world class rowers the opportunity to participate and train to reach their goals to get #everyBODYrowing. Five Paralympians were able to compete at Head of the Charles 2024 thanks to grants from PRF, as covered by Rowing News.

Ross brings with her more than 20 years of competitive experience as a four-time world champion who has participated at four Paralympic Games—Beijing, London, Rio and Tokyo. At the 2008 Paralympic Ross brought home a silver medal and has won three consecutive gold medals in the PR2 category of mixed double sculls at the World Championships.

“I am deeply honored to join PRF’s Board,” said Ross. “My passion for athlete development and community engagement fundamentally align with the foundation’s strategic plan. I wholeheartedly believe in its vision to expand access to para-rowing and create a more inclusive environment for athletes of all abilities.”

Ross is a registered nurse who dedicates her efforts to emergency medicine, metal health, and suicide prevention. She is a member of Rowing Australia’s Athlete Commission and Paralympics Australia’s community engagement sub-committee. She also on the Disability Sports Australia Advisory Committee.

‘We are thrilled to have Kat’s expertise on the PRF Board,” Steven Dowd, PRF executive Chair, commented. “Her experience and network as a seasoned and decorated rower will support our growth ambitions in Asia Pacific. This is our first appointment in the region, which underlines PRF’s commitment to supporting athletes internationally by having a physical presence across the globe.”

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