Mission Of Special Olympics
Special Olympics is an international programme of year round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. It began in 1968 when Eunice Kennedy Shriver organized the first International Special Olympics games at soldier field in Chicago Illinois USA. The concept was born in the early 1960’s when Mrs.Shriver started a day camp for peoples with mental retardation. She saw that people with intellectual disabilities were far more capable in sports and physical activities.
Our Mission
Is to provide year round sport training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic type sports for individuals with intellectual disabilities by giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, ‘demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.
Our Goal
For all persons with intellectual disabilities to have the chance to became useful and productive citizens who would be accepted and respected in their communities.
The Benefits
Participation in Special Olympics for people with intellectual disabilities includes improved physical fitness and motor skills, greater self confidence, more-positive self-im-age, friendships, and increased family support. Special Olympics athletes’ carry these benefits with them into their daily lives at home, in the classroom, on the job, and in the community. Families who participate become stronger as they learn a greater appreciation of their athlete’s talents.
Community volunteers find out what good friends the athletes can be. And everyone learns more about the capabilities of people with intellectual disabilities.
Our Belief
Special Olympics believe that competition among those of equal abilities is the best way to test its athlete’s skills, measure their progress, and inspire them to grow. Special Olympics believes that its program of sports training and competition helps people with intellectual disabilities become physically fit and grow mentally, socially, and spiritually, Special Olympics believes that consistent training is required to develop sports skills.Community volunteers find out what good friends the athletes can be. And everyone learns more about the capabilities of people with intellectual disabilities.