Story Category: VP 4 – Eurooppa

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

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

Ukrainan sota on saanut aikaan valtavan kansainvaelluskriisin, jollaista ei Euroopassa ole nähty sitten toisen maailmansodan. Miljoonat ovat paenneet Ukrainasta hakien turvaa ja edelleen miljoonat pyrkivät löytämään keinot päästä rajan yli. Yk:n pakolaisjärjestö UNHCR:n mukaan yli viisi miljoonaa ukrainalaista on paennut naapurimaihin 24. helmikuuta jälkeen, ja valtaosa heistä on lapsia, heidän äitejään ja vanhuksia. Pakolaisten joukossa… Continue reading Special Olympics and LCIF “Tehtävä: Inkluusio”

Special Olympics Albania, with support from the Lions Clubs International Foundation, organized a workshop (classroom and practical) on Special Olympics and Unified Sports at the Sports University of Tirana on 21 February 2022. Sara Bala, Special Olympics Albania, said the event was “fabulous” and they never expected to have such a response from participating university… Continue reading LCIF supports Special Olympics Albania workshop