Sharjah 24 – WAM: Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Member of Abu Dhabi Executive Council and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Office, has inaugurated an exhibition celebrating the far-reaching legacy and impact of the Special Olympics World Games (SOWG ) Abu Dhabi 2019, as the event marks its second anniversary.

The opening of the exhibition was attended by Hessa Bint Essa Buhumaid, Minister of Community Development, Dr Mugheer Mugheer Khamis Al Khaili, Chairman of the Department of Community Development, Talal Al Hashemi, National Director of Special Olympics UAE, other senior representatives of Special Olympics UAE and senior representative of Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019 sponsors.

He reaffirmed Abu Dhabi’s commitment to being the most inclusive place for People of Determination and praised the tangible impact of the work that has been carried out since the Games to enhance inclusion and ensure a dignified life for People of Determination.

He emphasised the importance of continually introducing new approaches to schooling and education; sports and arts activities to enhance wellbeing; work opportunities to build careers; and community initiatives to enhance young People of Determination’s independence.

The exhibition, hosted by Special Olympics UAE at Emirates Palace hotel in Abu Dhabi until 22 April, highlights memorable moments from the Games – which united communities across the UAE during a week of sporting achievement, entertainment and inspiration – and showcase the multiple impactful initiatives launched since the closing ceremony.

The exhibition explores the Games’ legacy through eight themes: education; wellbeing; community; sport; arts; youth and leadership; and business. It also highlights the Abu Dhabi Strategy for People of Determination 2020-2024, launched in September 2020 with the involvement of 28 local and federal government entities to further develop an integrated and enabling environment for People of Determination in Abu Dhabi.