As the build-up continues to the Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin, Italy from 8 – 15 March, Special Olympics has teamed up with The Sports Ethics Examiner, for a fresh dialogue around Special Olympics, its athletes and coaches, and its impact on the world of sport.
Special Olympics, a global leader in the field of Sport for Development, uses sport, training and competition as the medium to drive social change and enable full social participation for people with intellectual disabilities (ID).
The Sports Ethics Examiner is a global social education initiative, reaching 500,000 people each month, across five continents. With sport ethicists, athletes, and content creators on the team, The Sports Ethics Examiner is made up of thought leaders and storytellers who use an ethical lens to bring a distinctive angle to broader conversations.
Commenting on the roll-out of the new content campaign, Whitney Bragagnolo, Sport Ethicist and Governance Consultant with The Sports Ethics Examiner, said the Special Olympics movement stands out as a beacon for inclusion across the world of sport.
“Sport is a powerful catalyst for empowerment, human excellence, and community integration. Yet, too often, access to these opportunities remains unequal. Special Olympics stands as a beacon of inclusion, proving that sport can break down barriers and create opportunities for all individuals—regardless of their challenges.”
Through a series of collaborated social media posts, The Sports Ethics Examiner and Special Olympics will share information in a shared bid to educate more people on intellectual disabilities, Sport for Development, and inclusive sport that is accessible and inclusive for all.
Bragagnola continued, “By sharing stories and insights from Special Olympics on our platforms, we aim to amplify this message—showcasing the power of inclusion and inspiring others to recognize the value of creating opportunities for all. Whether as athletes, coaches, educators, or volunteers, the Special Olympics cultivates an environment where individuals are empowered to thrive, and we are proud to contribute to that mission by raising awareness and fostering dialogue."
Commenting on the new partnership, Jon-Paul St. Germain, Special Olympics’ Vice President of Sport Development said, “The Sports Ethics Examiner is recognized internationally for having an unquestionable commitment to facilitating open discussions of sport topics with fairness, integrity, and inclusion.
“Our partnership helps to showcase how Special Olympics is the global leaders of "Sport for Development" programming which positively impacts the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities on and off the field of play."
Take a look at the first post by The Sports Ethics Examiner on Special Olympics.
