Special Olympics and the Lions Clubs International Foundation team up in nations around the world to make social inclusion a reality for individuals with intellectual disabilities through the power of community service. As part of this shared commitment, both organizations use the power of inclusive sports to break down barriers of exclusion and replace them… Continue reading Unified with Refugees – Unified in Service
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Celebration Mission: Inclusion through Japan Lions Leadership
On the sidelines of the 77th United Nations General Assembly in New York City, Special Olympics hosted its Global Health Leadership Summit to highlight the urgent need for inclusive health programming in support of individuals with intellectual disabilities. In partnership with the Golisano Foundation, the Special Olympics Global Health Leadership Summit brought together leaders from… Continue reading Celebration Mission: Inclusion through Japan Lions Leadership
Aarogya: Move For Health – Mobile health clinic
“Aarogya: Move For Health” – Mobile health clinic project for the needy by young Lions of Nepal Biratnagar, Nepal District 325 C, MD 325 Nepal, CA 6D A door-to-door unique free screening, diagnosis, consultation & treatment project for the needy has been initiated by LC Dharan Ghopa United & their sponsored club, LC Dharan Ghopa… Continue reading Aarogya: Move For Health – Mobile health clinic
Unified with Refugees: Health Programme in Moldova
Access to health services is a critical component to healthy living in any community around the world, especially for refugees fleeing violence in Ukraine. For refugee children with intellectual disabilities fleeing the war, this takes on an urgency all of its own both for children and families alike. Through the global leadership of the Lions… Continue reading Unified with Refugees: Health Programme in Moldova
Strategic MOU Signed SO Somalia and Lion Somalia Zone
Special Olympics Somalia and Lions Provincial Zone of Somalia has signed A Strategic partnership aimed at improving vision for some of the Horn of Africa’s most marginalized populations. The signing ceremony for the framework – was held in the capital, Mogadishu, and attended from the special Olympics Chairperson for Somalia Mr.Yasir Abdi Yusuf. From the… Continue reading Strategic MOU Signed SO Somalia and Lion Somalia Zone
Special Olympics Poland for Ukraine
As Europe continues to navigate open war in Ukraine, the region also continues to demonstrate strong solidarity in support of refugees fleeing violence and conflict. Millions of individuals have been forced from their homes in search of safety and security, creating a deepening vulnerability for families and children alike in host communities. Through the work… Continue reading Special Olympics Poland for Ukraine
Mission: Inclusion Romania
As part of a shared commitment to forging social inclusion worldwide, Special Olympics and the Lions Clubs International Foundation have placed an increased emphasis on the role that youth can play in making the world a more inclusive place for all. Through the transformative power of community service, youth worldwide have come together to not… Continue reading Mission: Inclusion Romania
Educating Families in Somalia (Horn of Africa)
A Family Health Forum was held in Central, Somalia. The second half of the forum focused on medical issues and was opened by the representatives of the Lions Club Muqdisho, Leo Clubs, and both initiatives “Lions SightFirst Action Initiative for Horn of Africa and Lion National Diabetes for Somalia” coordinators. Leading medical professionals from COHON… Continue reading Educating Families in Somalia (Horn of Africa)
스페셜 올림픽과 LCIF ‘사명: 포용’
우크라이나 전쟁은 제2차 세계 대전 이후 유럽 내 전례 없는 최대의 난민 위기를 초래했습니다. 수백만 명의 난민들이 안전한 곳을 찾아 우크라이나를 떠났고, 또 수백만 명의 사람들이 국경을 넘을 방법을 급하게 찾고 있습니다. 유엔난민기구(UNHCR)의 통계에 따르면, 2월 24일 이후 5백만 명 이상의 우크라이나인들이 인접 국가로 대피했으며 이들 대부분은 아이와 함께 이주한 여성과 노인이라고 합니다. 이 중에는… Continue reading 스페셜 올림픽과 LCIF ‘사명: 포용’
Special Olympics Florida — Melvin Jones Fellow
As part of the continued collaboration across the US State of Florida, Special Olympics Florida Chief Executive Officer (and Melvin Jones Fellow (MJF)!) Sherry Wheelock has bestowed upon Special Olympics Florida athlete Kerry Ford the distinguished Melvin Jones Fellowship! Kerry Ford is an exemplary Special Olympics athlete and community leader since 2014, and competes in… Continue reading Special Olympics Florida — Melvin Jones Fellow