SOPNG established
A local organization begins creating inclusive sport opportunities in Papua New Guinea.
ABOUT SOPNG
Sport. Opportunity.
Belonging.
Special Olympics Papua New Guinea is building communities where people with intellectual disabilities can take part, develop and lead.
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OUR PURPOSE
Every person deserves the chance to take part.
Through year-round sport, health, family and youth initiatives, SOPNG works alongside athletes and local communities to open opportunities and build understanding.
The movement is rooted in the belief that athletes should be welcomed for their abilities and supported to reach their own goals.
OUR JOURNEY
Growing with communities
SOPNG’s story is shaped by the athletes, families, volunteers and partners who make the movement possible.
Program accreditation
SOPNG becomes an accredited Special Olympics program.
Five connected programs
Sport, health, family and youth initiatives create more ways to play, lead and belong.
Built togetherin Papua New Guinea
HOW WE WORK
Led by athletes.
Strengthened by community.
Make room
Welcome each person and adapt activities so they can take part.
Grow together
Bring athletes, families, coaches and partners into the work.
Lead with possibility
Recognize what athletes can do and create space for their voices.
BE PART OF THE STORY
There is more
we can do together.
Get to know our programs, bring a group into the movement or ask our team how to get involved.
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