Mission
Break down barriers throught sports
Vision
Overcome the fear of difference and replace it with the power of inclusion!
Key words
Sports, Stereotypes, DEI - Diversity, Inclusion and Equity
About Special Olympics
Through the power of sports, with inspiring athletes and a wide range of resources, the Special Olympics celebrates ALL differences and ALL abilities —in sports, in schools, in health— and invites everyone to create an inclusive and welcoming world for all.
Building from sport, their Unified Leadership approach helps people without disabilities to turn from unconscious bias to conscious inclusion and create meaningful inclusion.
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