Monthly Archives: May 2012

Athletes Take the Lead in Asia Pacific

Special Olympics Athlete Leadership Program (ALP) empowers athletes by letting them choose how to contribute to the Movement. These leadership roles could be in public speaking (as Global Messenger), opinion shaping (Board of Director or Council member) or sports (Coach … Continue reading

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Tim Harris: Hero Among Us

“Serving Hot Food and Warm Hugs.” That’s the title of Jeff Truesdell’s article about an extraordinary restaurateur, in the May 21 edition of People magazine. Flip to the “Heroes Among Us” section and you’ll see the same smiling face that … Continue reading

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Pursuing the Full-Promise of the Law for People with Disabilities

A few months ago, I learned of the heart-wrenching experience of Chrissy and Joe Rivera and their daughter Amelia who was denied the opportunity to receive a life-saving kidney transplant because she, as her doctor explained at the time, was … Continue reading

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Igniting the Project Unify Fire in Special Olympics Bharat

During the past week, the Asia Pacific Project Unify team travelled to Bareilly and New Delhi in India for Special Olympics Bharat’s Project Unify soft launch. Manager Lynn Tan shares the first hand experience of her week with youths committed … Continue reading

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A Mother’s Day Reflection – Roots & Wings

Today we remember mothers who inspire, love, sacrifice, devote and never stop looking after us no matter our age or ability.  Glen Finland, mother of Special Olympics athlete David Finland, shares some reflections on motherhood.  Happy Mother’s Day to all … Continue reading

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