Purpose of the Special Olympics

Despite the fact that the organization has achieved a lot since the year of its inception in 1968, the mission of Special Olympics remains the same. It is still as relevant and vital as it was when the seeds of the organization were sown. The organization aims at creating a better world of acceptance and inclusion for all people using the power of sports.

It provides training and athletic competitions throughout the year for those who are intellectually disabled. This gives them the opportunity of developing and enhancing physical fitness and an opportunity to show courage and determination. It also allows them the chance to experience joy, happiness and enthusiasm; something that only sports can provide.

The objectives and activities of the Special Olympics team are not limited to just organizing the Special Olympics. The sports coaching provided covers various events including alpine skiing, aquatics, artistic gymnastics, athletics, badminton, basketball, bocce, bowling, cricket, cross country skiing, cycling, equestrian, figure skating, floor hockey, floor ball, football, golf, handball, judo, kayaking, netball, open water swimming, play activities, powerlifting, roller skating, sailing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, softball, table tennis, tennis and volleyball.

The organization is proof that despite all the conflicts and wars that are taking place today, Special Olympics is bringing communities together to prove that we are all people of the same world. Civil war were paused to allow Special Olympics to be held in Beirut, Lebanon and athletes from Israel and Palestinians came forward to take part in the same events every time the Special Olympics are held. With these efforts Special Olympics is creating an environment of unity and togetherness as they foster acceptance among everyone.

In fact Special Olympics has been creating a great environment for those with intellectual disabilities and ensured that the attitude of the world towards these people has changed over time. It has allowed many to see that the prejudices that they associated with.

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