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The Games offer a formative experience and the opportunity to shape an inclusive Switzerland. A Switzerland in which all people have equal access to sport, education, health, and participation in all areas of life.
Behind the Special Olympics World Winter Games Switzerland 2029 is a dedicated team working together toward a common goal: to make inclusive and unforgettable games possible in Switzerland. Together, we are committed to making the Swiss Alps a stage for sports, encounters, and active inclusion.
Special Olympics is a global movement that strengthens the human spirit every day around the world through the power and joy of sport. With programs in the areas of sport, health, education, and community, Special Olympics opens up new opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities to participate, meet others, and develop personally.
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919 days before the opening of the Special Olympics World Winter Games Switzerland 2029, an information tower was unveiled on Wednesday evening at Letzigrund Stadium. This marks another milestone on the road to one of the world’s largest multisport events, now visible in Zurich’s cityscape. On March 10, 2029, the opening ceremony will take place right here, marking the official start of the 2029 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Switzerland.
The Special Olympics World Games Switzerland 2029 is also relying on strong partnerships in the area of human resources: With HR Campus AG, Switzerland 2029 has secured an experienced provider of comprehensive HR solutions. As an Official Supplier, the company brings its expertise in consulting, software, and services to the table and supports key HR processes during the Games.
We are pleased to welcome two experienced professionals to our leadership team:
Sustainability at the Special Olympics World Winter Games 2029
As organizers, we are committed to sustainable games. The Special Olympics World Winter Games 2029 in Switzerland should be implemented with the smallest possible ecological footprint and the largest possible positive social footprint – and all this on a balanced budget. This includes effective, measurable, and transparent measures that we plan and implement consistently.
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Our latest population-representative study highlights strong interest, high anticipation, and a highly positive perception of the Special Olympics World Winter Games Switzerland 2029. The findings underline the event’s powerful impact on awareness, brand perception, and social inclusion.