The Beside Horses
Supporter Programme
Creating a Horse-Centred World Where Everyone Belongs
Together We Can Reach More People
Beside Horses is building a network of yards, equestrian businesses, centres and horse owners who believe in the positive impact horses can have on wellbeing.
As a Supporter, you'll help us spread awareness, share resources and champion the role horses play in people's lives.
What Is the Beside Horses Supporter Programme?
The Beside Horses Supporter Programme recognises organisations, professionals and businesses that are committed to creating more welcoming, inclusive and accessible horse-centred environments.
The programme is not an accreditation scheme and does not assess technical compliance with accessibility standards.
Instead, it is a public commitment to the values of belonging, inclusion, awareness and respect.
Supporters recognise that people should not have to hide, explain, justify or overcome their differences before being welcomed into horse-centred spaces.
By joining the programme, supporters become part of a growing movement working towards a horse-centred world where everyone belongs.
Who can join?
The programme is open to organisations and individuals working within the equine sector, including:
- Riding schools, equestrian centres and livery yards
- Competition venues
- Equine charities
- Equine-assisted service providers
- Coaches and instructors
- Freelance professionals
- Equine therapists
- Farriers and other service providers
- Riding clubs
- Equine businesses & brands
- Industry organisations & community projects
What Supporters Commit To
Supporters agree to:
1. Welcome Everyone Respectfully
Treat people with dignity, kindness and respect regardless of disability, mental health, age, background, identity or level of experience.
2. Encourage
Inclusion
Consider how their environment, communication and activities can become more welcoming and accessible.
3. Promote Understanding
Support open and respectful conversations about disability, mental health and inclusion within the horse world.
4. Continue
Learning
Recognise that inclusion is an ongoing journey and remain open to learning and improvement.
5. Champion Belonging
Support the vision of a horse-centred world where everyone belongs.
What Supporters Receive
Supporter Recognition
- Digital Beside Horses Supporter badge
- Website listing on the Beside Horses Supporter Directory
- Permission to display Supporter status
1
Resources
- Inclusion guidance and resources
- Access to future toolkits
- Practical ideas for creating welcoming environments
2
Learning Opportunities
- Invitations to online workshops
- Access to guest speaker sessions
- Opportunities to share best practice
3
Community
- Connection with like-minded organisations and professionals
- Opportunities for collaboration
- Participation in the wider Beside Horses community
4
Supporter Principles
Supporters are not expected to be perfect.
We recognise that every organisation is at a different stage of its inclusion journey.
The purpose of the programme is to encourage progress, learning and positive action rather than judgement or criticism.
We value genuine commitment over perfection.
Application Process
Step 2
Applications are reviewed by Beside Horses.
Step 3
Successful applicants receive their welcome pack, Supporter badge and is added to the Supporter Directory.