Jawad, who was born without legs, spent the first six months of his life in his parent's home country of Lebanon.[3] Jawad has two short yet powerful stumps for legs, which end mid-thigh. His early life coincided with a conflict between Lebanon and Israel, and his parents chose to emigrate to Great Britain for their children's safety.[3] The family took up residence in Tottenham, London. Jawad has also been diagnosed with Crohn's disease[4] and is a high-profile supporter of charities which support sufferers of the disease.