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Abu Dhabi 2019

Special Olympics World Summer Games
14 - 21 March 2019 in the United Arab Emirates.
Kirk Wint sits in a wheel chair and shows off his medal.
Athletes

World Games Spotlight: Kirk Wint, SO Jamaica

Kirk knows a lot about overcoming obstacles and inspiring others to do the same.
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Josee Seguin squats down with a weight in preparation for a deadlift.
Athletes

World Games Spotlight: Josee Seguin, Canada

Josee was still riding high from her multi-medal achievements at Canada's 2018 National Games when she was chosen for the 2019 World Games.
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Rabah Knio-Lebanon smiling while someone helps him put the hood to his jacket on.
Athletes

World Games Spotlight: Rabah Knio, Lebanon

Josee was still riding high from her multi-medal achievements at Canada's 2018 National Games when she was chosen for the 2019 World Games.
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Wide shot the opening ceremony stage. Athlete spectators are lit up with a read spotlight.
Community Impact

Four Year Anniversary of Special Olympics World Games 2019 Abu Dhabi

Special Olympics looks back at the last World Games and a meaningful partnership that established new programs and bolstered education initiatives.
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Three Special Olympics athletes pose for a photo.
Athletes

Building An Inclusive Society: Goals For Final Year of My SSIGM Term

I have four meaningful goals for this year that I hope to accomplish, with the love and support of my mentors and staff from Special Olympics and my family and friends.
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A Special Olympics athlete sits behind a table covered in a red cloth. In front of her are video cameras and computer monitors. She smiles at the camera.
Athletes

Special Olympics Alaska Athlete Uses Platform to Promote Healthy Lifestyle

Abdul-Jillil gets ready to host her "Afternoons with Ayesha" segment, helping athletes stay fit and connected virtually.
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Image reads on right "SO MENA Champion of Inclusion", on left image of Dr. Bizri wearing blue clinic scrubs smiling at the camera appears on bright yellow background.
Community Impact

Celebrating Champion of Inclusion – Dr. Mohammad Haseeb Al-Bizri

Special Olympics MENA recognizes and celebrates champions of inclusion.
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An athlete leaping in the air returning the Shuttlecock with her racket back over the net, with her partner also standing on the turf court next to her.
In the News

Special Olympics United Arab Emirates Badminton Players Soar at Expo 2020 Dubai

26 Special Olympics UAE athletes showcased their talents at Expo 2020 Dubai on 8 October 2021.
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Gerald Mballe holding flowers and an award.
Athletes

Gerald Mballe Receives the Integration of Refugees Through Sport Award 2021

Special Olympics Advisor and advocate for Unified with Refugees programme, Gerald Mballe has been shortlisted for the Integration of Refugees Through Sport Award (IRTS) Role Model Award.
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17 representatives of both organizations standing in a single row for a group photo.
In the News

Special Olympics UAE, Special Olympics Kuwait Sign Mou in Preparation for World Winter Games Kazan 2022

Special Olympics UAE, Special Olympics Kuwait Sign MoU in preparation for World Winter Games Kazan 2023.
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