Information for media representatives
From 19-24 June, approximately 4,000 athletes with and without disabilities compete in the Special Olympics Nationale Spiele Berlin 2022.
The National Summer Games of Special Olympics Germany take place every four years. In 2022, the stakes are high for all participants: they can qualify for the Special Olympics World Games 2023, which will also be held in Berlin.
Accreditation
The accreditation process for the Special Olympics National Games Berlin 2022 is open until May 6, 2022.
The National Games are much more than competitions in 20 sports. They are also a demonstration for more recognition and social participation of people with intellectual disabilities.
The National Games are much more than competitions in 20 sports. They are also a demonstration for more recognition and social participation of people with intellectual disabilities.
Press Conference on 28 April
Media representatives are invited to a press conference on Thursday, April 28, 2022 at 10:00am in Rudolf-Harbig-Halle in Berlin. Guests will include Timothy Shriver, Chairman of Special Olympics International, Iris Spranger, Senator for the Interior, Digitalization and Sport, representatives of SO Germany and the "Faces of the Games". Registration is appreciated.
We are happy to provide you with all the information and photos you need for your coverage.
Contact us by email at: media@berlin2023.org
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Start of accreditation for National Games Berlin 2022
Here we go! Media representatives can now apply for accreditation for the Special Olympics Nationale Spiele Berlin 2022. It will be the biggest inclusive sports event of the year in Germany.
Our logo and claim are cheerful and unifying
The logo and claim of the Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023 were ceremoniously unveiled. The logo is cheerful, colorful, vibrant and unifying and tells a very special story. We are proud to present the world: a logo that breaks down walls.
Dates fixed for National Games Berlin 2022
500 days to go! The German National Games for people with intellectual and multiple disabilities are scheduled for 19–24 June 2022.