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Special Olympics Operation Safeguard

Special Olympics Programs, SOEE and Centre for Sports and Human Rights representatives gathered in a room posing for the photo
Community Impact

European Union-Supported Safeguarding Project Concludes in Slovakia

Meetings held in Bratislava, Slovakia, on 12 March marked the conclusion of the Special Olympics Operation Safeguard initiative, funded by the European Union's Erasmus+.
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young man walking and smiling
In the News

Higher ‘Happiness Levels’ and Self-Confidence among Outcomes as Three-Year Sport Initiative Nears Finish

More than 5,000 children with intellectual disabilities have seen an improvement in their overall happiness, motor and social skills as a result of the EEA and Norway Grants-funded project.
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In the News

Erasmus+ Funded Special Olympics Operation Safeguard Project Advances in Estonia

Key discussions held on safeguarding progress and inclusion for people with intellectual disabilities
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Eva Gazova, National Director of Special Olympics Slovakia, at the Safeguarding Seminar.
In the News

Special Olympics Slovakia Organizes First Ever Safeguarding Seminar

Special Olympics Slovakia organized its first ever Safeguarding seminar as part of the Special Olympics Operation Safeguard project, funded by Erasmus+, with 60 participants attending.
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