Wiesbaden Selected to Host 2029 Special Olympics State Games
The city administration of Wiesbaden, the capital of the German state of Hesse, has officially announced that it will host the 2029 Special Olympics State Games. This inclusive summer sporting event, which has been held every four years since 2006, aims to promote social cohesion, visibility, and participation for athletes with intellectual and multiple disabilities. Wiesbaden’s Mayor, Gert-Uwe Mende of the SPD party, emphasized the significance of inclusion, stating that the games will help integrate this vital topic further into the city's society. The decision followed a competitive selection process where Kassel/Baunatal and Marburg also submitted applications to host the event. Hanau previously hosted the 2025 edition of the Hessian State Games. In addition to this local announcement, the article notes that the next National Games of the Special Olympics are scheduled to take place in Saarland from June 15 to 20, 2026. The Special Olympics organization continues to stand for sporting encounters and community building, providing a platform for athletes to compete in numerous sports while fostering greater societal acceptance and support for individuals with disabilities.
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Wiesbaden Selected to Host 2029 Special Olympics State Games
The city administration of Wiesbaden, the capital of the German state of Hesse, has officially announced that it will host the 2029 Special Olympics State Games. This inclusive summer sporting event, which has been held every four years since 2006, aims to promote social cohesion, visibility, and participation for athletes with intellectual and multiple disabilities. Wiesbaden’s Mayor, Gert-Uwe Mende of the SPD party, emphasized the significance of inclusion, stating that the games will help integrate this vital topic further into the city's society. The decision followed a competitive selection process where Kassel/Baunatal and Marburg also submitted applications to host the event. Hanau previously hosted the 2025 edition of the Hessian State Games. In addition to this local announcement, the article notes that the next National Games of the Special Olympics are scheduled to take place in Saarland from June 15 to 20, 2026. The Special Olympics organization continues to stand for sporting encounters and community building, providing a platform for athletes to compete in numerous sports while fostering greater societal acceptance and support for individuals with disabilities.
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