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29-Year-Old Palestinian Powerlifter Hear Fans Cheering for the First Time
For the first time in his life, he could hear the aura of a crowd. Fans from all over the world cheering him on.
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‘Compassion Creates Compassion’: The Special Olympics World Games Open in Spectacular Fashion in Abu Dhabi
Over 40,000 people from all around the world are cheering and making waves during a sold-out sports event.
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Special Olympic World Games 2019: The Meaning behind the Flame of Hope
Since the first Torch Run at the Olympic Games in 1936, the Torch Run is one of the most important parts of the Opening Ceremony.
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Global Health Leaders Pledge to End Healthcare Disparities for People with Intellectual Disabilities
Individuals with intellectual disabilities from 20 developing countries can now hope to receive a better quality healthcare services in the next three to five years.
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AIPS and Special Olympics join forces for momentous new Young Reporters Programme at World Games Abu Dhabi
Adding to the milestone occasion of the first World Games in the Middle East and spreading its stories will be six promising journalists from 4 continents as part of a new AIPS Young Reporters Programme.
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Championing Community Health Workers for Inclusive Health
Individuals with intellectual disabilities face significant challenges accessing quality health, including services, resulting in pronounced health disparities and reduced life expectancy.
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Seven are Honored for Championing Global Health Work with Golisano Global Health Leadership Awards
Seven healthcare organizations and professionals who are on the frontlines of bringing essential and often unprecedented health care services to those with intellectual disabilities (ID).
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Special Olympics, WHO, and Partners Commit To Ending Unjust Health Disparities for People with Intellectual Disabilities
Seven honorees will receive Golisano Global Health Leadership Awards ABU DHABI, UAE.
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US Presidential Delegation to Visit World Games
Honored guests and dignitaries are also traveling to Abu Dhabi and Dubai to enjoy the competitions and festivities.
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ESPN’s Coverage of Special Olympics World Games Begins March 14 from Abu Dhabi
ESPN’s coverage of the 2019 Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi will begin Thursday, March 14, with a live three-hour special ESPNEWS of the Opening Ceremony.
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