ABOUT US
WHO WE ARE
United Through Sports (UTS) is an alliance of many organisations and people working together through sports, to bring inclusion, unity and equality to the world.
WHAT WE DO
UTS brings people together working towards unified goals which place youth at the centre. Together we take positive steps forward towards reducing challenges including discrimination and inequality.
OUR EVENTS
We organise different events in which youth, sport and education are central. We unite to ensure that every child has an opportunity on the playing field of life.
LATEST NEWS
Turin, Italy: The Motor Activities Training Program (MATP) is a transformative and valuable initiative by The Special Olympics designed to provide individuals with severe and profound intellectual disabilities the opportunity to engage in physical activity, develop motor skills, and participate in a supportive, non-competitive sport environment. MATP was created for athletes who may not be able to compete in traditional Special Olympics sport events but deserve the chance to experience the benefits of sport, physical fitness, social connection, and personal growth. This wonderful program is headed by Special Olympics International’s Senior Manager Motor Activity Training Program (MATP), Dr. Niamh Mourton who …
UTS Works Towards Youth Safeguarding: Combating Human Trafficking in Sport Human trafficking remains one of the most pressing global issues, with the sports sector increasingly exploited for illicit activities. The global sports industry, valued between $471 billion and $1.4 trillion annually, presents both opportunities and vulnerabilities. Young athletes, particularly from the Global South, are often targeted by traffickers who manipulate their aspirations and circumstances for exploitation. Ensuring the safety of young athletes requires concrete action and collaboration across the international sports community. United Through Sports (UTS) has long prioritized and been at the forefront of this effort, working alongside leading …
The Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025 in Turin brought together athletes, families, and supporters from across the globe, celebrating the #InclusionRevolution. United Through Sports (UTS) President Stephan Fox and CEO Julia Govinden were on-site as honored guests, and we asked them to share their personal highlights, favorite moments, and insights from the event. What Were Your Personal Highlights? Julia: “I would start by saying that the level of care given to athletes beyond their competition is unmatched in the international sports community. Seeing the team from Special Olympics and the local organizing committee come together to deliver an event …
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Maison du Sport
Avenue de Rhodanie 54,
1007 Lausanne, Switzerland
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