East Asia Region
Special Olympics works closely with its six accredited programs in East Asia to offer summer and winter sports for more than 1.2 million athletes with intellectual disabilities. East Asia has also hosted two World Games competitions: the 2007 Special Olympics World Summer Games in Shanghai, China, and the 2013 World Winter Games in PyeongChang, Korea.
Stories from East Asia
Kurtis Jon Siu grew up in Hong Kong in a family of four, with an older brother who also has an intellectual disability. Kurtis credits Special Olympics with building his confidence, not only in sports but also by encouraging him to pursue his passions. One of those passions is art and design!
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Special education teachers Ms. Lai and Ms. Ciou have watched their school community grow and thrive through Unified Sports in Taiwan.
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Special Olympics China Athlete and Youth Leader Shiyu reflects on the impact of Unified Sports on her life.
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East Asia Contact Information
IN PERSON
1506, Tower 1, 18 Jianguomennei Avenue
Beijing, China 100005
Beijing, China 100005
BY PHONE
Beijing Office: +86 10 6518-8028
Shanghai Office: +86 21 6248-2020
Shanghai Office: +86 21 6248-2020
Below you'll find resources for Special Olympics East Asia (SOEA) region and programs.