Strengthening inclusion for people with disabilities through sports

Breakdown

• Athletes with intellectual disabilities and EU civil servants participated in boccia and table tennis.
• The event was organized by Special Olympics at the European Commission to promote inclusion. 13s
• Participants aimed to challenge prejudices and highlight the humanity of people with intellectual disabilities. 23s
• The President of Special Olympics Europe and Eurasia warned of ongoing stigma, isolation, and exploitation. 50s
• Education and awareness are seen as key to improving social integration for the over 20 million people with intellectual disabilities in Europe. 1m 16s