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“The athletes are eager to represent Bermuda proudly following the Special Olympics Motto “Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt.” Acknowledgements must also be given to the parents, guardians and families, some of whom will be travelling to Berlin, who support...
SHARED VISION FOR INCLUSIVE HEALTH: Formally Established in 2001, Special Olympics-Lions Clubs International Opening Eyes Has Provided More Than 350,000 Vision Screenings for People with Intellectual Disabilities"It's amazing he was even walking around." That was the reaction of Fotis Velissarakos,...
The Special Olympics World Games were held in Berlin from 17 to 25 June 2023. The Special Olympics World Games are the world's largest inclusive sports event. Thousands of athletes with intellectual disabilities compete together in 26 sports. Nine days of exciting and inspiring competitions, by ...
Special Olympicsmadesignificant contributions to the work of the United Nations, particularly related to the achievement [...] daccess-ods.un.org daccess-ods.un.org 特奥会对联合国的工作做出了重大贡献,尤其是与实现千年发展目标有关的 工作(见上文“对联合国的工作所作贡献”)。
Emotional well-being, a term which Special Olympics uses as an alternative to mental health due to perceived stigmas, has always been at the forefront of the organization’s priorities. One of the key programs, in order to aid in their promotion of emotional well-being, is Strong Minds, ...
Special Olympics Arizona empowers children and adults with intellectual disabilities to live healthy, fulfilling and meaningful lives to the fullest extent of their ability. SOAZ athletes attain acceptance and respect through inclusive health, leadership and social justice programs, as well as year-round...
” said Michele Andrews, OD, Vice President, Professional & Government Affairs, CooperVision. “We look forward to further collaboration with Optometry Giving Sight and the Special Olympics Opening Eyes program to conduct more screenings and help raise awareness about the importance...
On the conclusion of the Ministers' Meeting, Davis stated: "The G7 Ministers' Meeting on Inclusion and Disability marks a significant step forward in our collective journey towards a more inclusive world. Special Olympics is honored to be part of this historic event and ensure that our community...
Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023 are the world's largest inclusive sports event. 7,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities come together to compete in 26 sports. Nine days of exciting and inspiring competitions, festivities and celebrations by athletes and for athletes. Throu...