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Nyasha Derera

Sargent Shriver International Global Messenger (SSIGM) Athlete leader 2019-2023 Special Olympics Zimbabwe

Nyasha Derera Celebrates the 2023 World Games in Berlin

The 2023 Special Olympics World Games in Berlin made me feel at home, welcomed, loved, and embraced.
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Record Number of Africa Ministers at Games

A record number of government ministries from Africa Region were represented at the 2023 Special Olympics World Games in Berlin, Germany.
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Promoting Inclusive Health on the World Stage

Special Olympics Celebrates the 2023 Global Golisano Health Leadership Award Recipients
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Be the Best Athlete You Can Be | Special Olympics | Turn the World Outward

Video celebrating Special Olympics as the recipient of the 2022 “Turn the World Outward” award from Arbinger Institute.

Special Olympics Zimbabwe Athlete Leader Runs Berlin Marathon

Special Olympics Zimbabwe athlete Nyasha Derera has been beating the odds for his entire life.
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Celebrating United Nations Day

In 2020, the United Nations marks 75 years of working toward “peace, dignity and equality on a healthy planet.” On United Nations Day, we celebrate the UN’s work with a look at some of the Special Olympics athlete leaders, from around the world, who have spoken before UN audiences throughout the years.
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Special Olympics World Winter Games Kazan 2022 Location Announcement Made by Athlete Leaders

Planning for the Special Olympics World Winter Games 2022 is officially underway as Kazan, Russia was announced as official host city of the Games. Despite social distancing restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, enthusiasm about the announcement was shared virtually.
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Celebrating Black History Month

Special Olympics Board Vice Chair, Loretta Clairborne, celebrates the black athletes who have contributed to the Special Olympics movement.

Berlin, Germany Set to Host Special Olympics World Games 2023

Excitement was in the air as Berlin, Germany officially became the host for the next Special Olympics World Games in 2023.

Special Olympics Confirms Berlin as Host of 2023 World Games

Berlin, Germany - 30 January 2020: Berlin today became the official host of the 2023 Special Olympics World Games during a ceremony in the German capital.
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