Special Olympics Southern California
Nonprofit
Provide year-round sports training and athletic competition for individuals with intellectual disabilities, giving them opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in sharing gifts, skills, and friendship with families, athletes, and community.
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Submitted Ideas
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Idea about how to make LA a better place to connect, submitted by this organization in the 2020 challenge.
Make LA the best place to CONNECT
One of five LA2050 Goals
Our region is a place where every resident has the opportunity to engage and interact with other Angelenos and are empowered to contribute meaningfully in civic processes.
In 2050, Los Angeles will be the most civically engaged region in the U.S., with multiple online and offline platforms for residents to voice their opinions and influence elected officials, decision-makers, and local government. Our region’s voting rates and volunteerism will lead the nation, and an expanded network of transportation options will facilitate the easy flow of people and ideas.
Build Acceptance & Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in LAUSD via Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools®
Build acceptance and inclusion of persons with disabilities in LAUSD via Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® (UCS) which includes: Unified Sports - Students with and without intellectual disabilities develop athletic skills while forming friendships, fostering respect for each other, and becoming leaders; Inclusive Youth Leadership - Students of all abilities become agents of change within their school, community, and state; and Whole School Engagement – Entire school communities e... Learn more