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Logos of Special Olympics UAE and Expo 2020 appear side-by-side on a large screen. Representatives of both partners are seated on the stage, in front to the screen.
In the News

Special Olympics UAE and Expo 2020 Dubai Sign MoU to Promote Athletic Participation of People of Determination

Local program of SO MENA, Special Olympics UAE, signed a new MOU to promote the athletic abilities of people with intellectual disabilities.
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Special Olympics Lebanon shares a VERY SPECIAL Seasons’ Greeting!
Athletes

Special Olympics Lebanon shares a VERY SPECIAL Seasons’ Greeting!

A wonderful video created by Special Olympics Lebanon team and athletes to wish everyone a joyful Christmas holiday.
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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Special Olympics United Arab Emirates athletes pose on basketball court.
In the News

Special Olympics UAE Unified 3x3 Basketball Team Reaches FIBA 3X3 Basketball Tournament Final

Special Olympics United Arab Emirate’s Unified 3x3 Basketball team earned a place in the finals of The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) 3X3 Basketball tournament organized by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council on Hudayriyat MarVista on 22 October 2021.
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An athlete taking a selfie with a man.
Athletes

Being the Best He can Be: Meet Omar

Omar Al Shami proudly represented his country, the United Arab Emirates, at the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019, and achieved a gold medal in the swimming competition.
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Dina as an athlete on the left and motivational speaker on the right. Dina Galal, Egypt. Inclusion Works: The Revolution is Inclusion
Athletes

Inspirational Speaker, Author & Athlete: Meet Dina

There isn’t just one word to describe Dina Galal, a woman of many talents.
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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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The photo is a collage of various plants pictures shared by participants of a virtual workshop organized by Special Olympics Oman on gardening. It includes text such as "Special Olympics Oman", "Inclusive Gardening", "Virtual Workshop".
Middle East/North Africa

Reflecting on the Creative Ways SO MENA Programs Connect Virtually: Highlighting Special Olympics Oman

Recently, Special Olympics Oman connected through a virtual gardening session.
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