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MATP Events in Slovakia: A Learning Journey to Inclusion
Linda
Region
Europe/Eurasia
Program
Slovakia
Project Year
2021
Linda is a Special Olympics Youth Leader from Slovakia who attended the [JB1] Youth Leadership Motor Activity Training Program (MATP) and Young Athletes workshops sponsored by Special Olympics Slovakia.
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Linda will utilize the knowledge and understanding gained from these experiences to lead a Youth Innovation Project to implement Special Olympics Motor Activity Training Program events in Slovakia. Through her project, she will engage youth with and without intellectual disabilities in interactive activities. Linda’s project will help prepare Young Athletes -- including those with severe or profound intellectual disabilities and significant physical disabilities – in swimming and equestrian activities appropriate for their ability levels. By engaging Special Olympics Youth Leaders with and without intellectual disabilities in MATP training workshops, Linda will provide opportunities for Young Athletes and Youth Leaders to play together in activities that promote social inclusion and build awareness and understanding in her community.

Over six months, Linda will lead a team of Special Olympics Youth Leaders and Special Olympics volunteers to support the growth and expansion of Special Olympics MATP and Young Athletes programs in Slovakia. Linda’s project will empower young people with and without intellectual disabilities to connect with Young Athletes through the power of sports and friendship Linda hopes to recruit new Youth Leaders to join the Unified Generation and continue to offer opportunities for younger athletes and individuals with severe or profound intellectual disabilities across Slovakia.

She was not on the list of participants. Would confirm with Region before publishing. [JB1]