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Special Olympics Asia Pacific Regional Leadership Conference Bangkok, Thailand – The Special Olympics Asia Pacific region hosted its three day Regional Leadership Conference in Bangkok, bringing together more than 110 leaders from 23 countries to share best practices, celebrate progress, and strengthen collaboration across the movement. The conference provided a valuable opportunity for National Special Olympics Organisations to exchange ideas, showcase innovative initiatives, and reaffirm their shared commitment to inclusion through sport. Over the course of the event delegates engaged in workshops, showcases, and strategic discussions focused on empowering athletes and enhancing the reach of community-based programmes. The keynote of …

On 27 October, the Alliance of Independent Recognised Members of Sport (AIMS) convened its General Assembly at the Maison du Sport International, uniting member federations and distinguished representatives from across the global sporting community for a day of dialogue, reflection, and shared purpose. A major highlight of the assembly was the re-election of President Stephan Fox for another four-year term. Members expressed their warm congratulations and appreciation for his ongoing leadership and dedication to uniting the AIMS family. Under his guidance AIMS has continued to grow as a key pillar within the Olympic family, representing more than twenty international federations …

“Sport has always been my constant. No matter where I’ve lived, it’s been something that grounds me.” Belle’s story stretches across countries and cultures. Born in the United Kingdom but raised between Europe and the Middle East, she grew up surrounded by different languages, people, and perspectives. Moving so often shaped her into someone adaptable, open minded and deeply empathetic. “When you grow up between different places, you learn to listen, to understand and to connect,” she says. “That’s something sport taught me too.” From a young age, Belle found freedom and joy through sport. She started with football and …

“At 15 I became the World’s Youngest Fight Promoter and held my own combat sports events.” Born and raised in the vibrant city of Bangkok, Thailand, Aaliyan grew up in a multicultural environment. The son of Pakistani Muslim immigrants who settled in Thailand over two decades ago, Aaliyan’s upbringing is rooted in diversity and cultural understanding, values that have shaped his foundation. From an early age, Aaliyan’s fascination with sport went far beyond entertainment. Like many children, he spent hours captivated by the spectacle of WWE, idolizing the likes of Randy Orton and John Cena. What began as playful imitation …

For Suni, sport has always been more than competition it’s been a source of discipline, teamwork, and resilience. A 20-year-old student at Henley Business School, he is currently studying International Business and Management, a field that perfectly aligns with his curiosity about the wider world. His decision to pursue international business was driven by a lifelong fascination with how companies and people adapt across cultures. He’s always been intrigued by the way small differences, like punctuality in Brazil or greeting customs in Japan can shape business relationships and outcomes. Henley’s reputation for employability and academic excellence made it a natural …