Special Olympics Rwanda
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The ultimate goal of Special Olympics is to help persons with intellectual disabilities participate as productive and respected members of society at large, by offering them a fair opportunity to develop and demonstrate their skills and talents through s Special Olympics was founded in 1968, when EUNICE KENNEDY SHRIVER, organized the first international Special olympics games for 1000 athletes from the USA and CANADA at soldier field, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS USA.
28/02/2026
Special Olympics Rwanda in partnership with AVSI Rwanda successfully conducted a two-day Unified Coach Training from 27th to 28th February 2026 in Gicumbi District.
The training was organized under the theme:
“Empowering Coaches to Lead Inclusive Unified Teams.”
A total of 22 coaches participated in the training, representing three districts where AVSI Rwanda implements its projects:
• Gatsibo District
• Nyanza District
• Gicumbi District
The purpose of the training was to strengthen coaches’ knowledge and skills in implementing Unified Sports, which brings together athletes with and without intellectual disabilities to train and compete on the same team. The sessions emphasized inclusive coaching techniques, team building, leadership development, and the promotion of equality through sports.
This initiative reflects the shared commitment of Special Olympics Rwanda and AVSI Rwanda to promote inclusive sports opportunities and empower coaches to create environments where every athlete can participate, grow, and succeed.
04/12/2025
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=94bPi8tmBeo
Celebration of the Unified Champion Schools Project 2020–2025 Highlight Video On 20 November 2025, Special Olympics Rwanda hosted a Gala Dinner at the Hotel Mille Collines to celebrate the Unified Champion Schools Project (2020–2025). ...
02/10/2025
Special Olympics Rwanda conducted a Family Forum Training in Muhanga District, Nyarusange Sector, aimed at educating family members on the general orientation of Special Olympics and increasing awareness about Intellectual Disabilities
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| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
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