Special Olympics is a part of the Swedish Parasports Federation that offers wide-ranging and recreational athletic activities for persons with intellectual disabilities. The aim is to give everyone the chance to live an active life – regardless of ability. In Sweden there are over 10,000 athletes in the Special Olympics.
Special Olympics Sweden
Special Olympics is a part of the Swedish Parasports Federation that offers wide-ranging and recreational athletic activities for persons with intellectual disabilities. The aim is to give everyone the chance to live an active life – regardless of ability. In Sweden there are over 10,000 athletes in the Special Olympics.
The year in brief
The Special Olympics Games, Sweden’s largest sports competition for people with intellectual disabilities, were held in Malmö this past June. 1,000 athletes and coaches from across the country gathered to compete in twelve sports. The games were trials for the Special Olympics World Games, the world’s largest sporting event for these athletes. The Swedish team headed to the World Games in Berlin in 2023 consists of 70 athletes and coaches. Thanks to the support and commitment of Danir and Sigma and their employees, the games were a memorable event for both participants and visitors.
