Eunkyo and Yeon Woo's project, We Have a Chance Too, centered on building a more unified society through Unified Sports. They brought together university students and participants with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to play volleyball. Through practices and competitions, they created meaningful opportunities for participants with and without IDD to interact as teammates, learn from one another, and celebrate their differences while working toward a common goal.
A key source of support and motivation throughout the project was the sense of community Eunkyo and Yeon Woo found in one another and within the Unified volleyball program. They continuously encouraged each other, exchanged ideas, and worked together to overcome challenges. They also emphasized how meaningful it was to meet new people and build new relationships. Although introducing and organizing Unified volleyball was challenging at first, the support of teammates and the broader community helped the program grow and thrive. This shared commitment and spirit of collaboration reinforced the project's mission of building a more inclusive society through Unified Sports.
Volleyball practices included both traditional volleyball and sitting volleyball, an adapted six-player version of the sport in which players remain seated on the floor. Participants also had the opportunity to showcase the skills they developed during competitions and championships. Through regular practices and games, teammates built stronger connections, and the project maintained consistent participation throughout its implementation. Looking ahead, Eunkyo and Yeon Woo hope to continue bringing participants together through regular club gatherings, expanding the reach and impact of their Unified volleyball community.
The project showcased the skills, talents, and abilities of every member of the Unified volleyball team to the university and broader community. By creating a positive environment centered on inclusion, teamwork, and mutual respect, participants formed strong connections and became advocates for a more unified and inclusive society together.

Their initiative engaged 77 youth, expanded Unified programming to 5 schools, supported 3 new Unified Schools, trained 10 new youth leaders, and contributed to the creation of 4 new Unified Sports clubs. Most importantly, Eunkyo and Yeon Woo are sustaining the project's impact by creating ongoing opportunities for more young people to get involved in building a more inclusive society through Unified Sports. By continuing to grow the Unified volleyball community beyond the initial grant period, they are ensuring the project's impact extends well beyond its original timeline. Their efforts have not only raised awareness of inclusion but have also inspired more young people across South Korea to embrace inclusive leadership and become advocates for lasting social change.
Leading this project helped Eunkyo and Yeon Woo grow as both friends and leaders. Through organizing club meetings, coordinating practices, and planning events, they strengthened their leadership, communication, and teamwork skills. They shared that the most meaningful part of the project was watching participants become more engaged and build lasting friendships through Unified volleyball. They were also encouraged by the growing interest from other young people, helping introduce more youth in their community to Special Olympics and the power of Unified Sports.