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The global Special Olympics movement got its start on 20 July, 1968, when the First International Special Olympics Games were held at Soldier Field, Chicago, Illinois, USA. But the concept of Special Olympics was born much earlier, when Eunice Kennedy Shriver started a day camp for people with intellectual disabilities at her home in 1962. For more information, see the Related Link.
Special Olympics is so important because it gives people who don't normally have the chance to play sports and do everyday activities be a part of something big. It unites people with different disabilities to let them know that they're not alone and that they can be just as good at sports and games in their own ways. I volunteered in a special Olympics club one year in highschool and I was amazed how much the kids got into the games and how competitive they were with it. I saw just how much they enjoyed having their own club to be a a part of. And everyone helping also had a great time because it made us feel good to give these kids a chance to have something for themselves when most of the time they may feel isolated or excluded in school. I always thought Special Olympics was a good thing to have but now after being a part of it myself, I know just how much it means to those kids to have a good time and play sports with their friends.
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How do participants benefit from the Special Olympics?
They benefit by feeling important.
When was Special Olympics created?
Special Olympics was created in 1968.
Is badminton in the special Olympics?
No, they don't offer badminton in special olympics
When was the special Olympics found?
The Special Olympics was founded in 1962 and is an internationa organization.
Why is the Olympics important to people?
The olympic games are important to people because it brings all the countries together to celebrate this special gift of movement we have.
What is the third special Olympics called?
para olympics
When was Olympics created?
Special Olympics was created in 1968.
How was special Olympics founded?
i think special Olympics were founded because people needed it for their life
Where did the first special Olympics take place?
The Special Olympics is held around the University of Nebraska Lincoln and the Lincoln community.
Why are the Olympics special?
They ARE special!! They brought globalisation to sports!!!!
Can you get arrested for signing up in the special Olympics if you are not special?
No
What is the special about Florida?
olympics
