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The East Asia Region continues to be full of events and activities. Special Olympics Korea just finished a major training seminar which focused on training 75 new coaches. In addition, a week-long training was held to train individuals who will serve on the Games Organizing Committee for their upcoming national games. Read More... | |||||||||||
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Sponsor Spotlight: Versatra Graphics | |||||||||||
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Since 2002, Versatra Graphics has been a supporter of Special Olympics East Asia and the first Chinese-owned company to provide value-in-kind donations to After meeting with Trish Smith of SOEA, Jackson agreed on the spot to donate all of the printing needs for the Gala and has continued his support for the past three galas as well as assisting with other events. More... | |||||||||||
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Volunteer Spotlight: Ana Buoco | |||||||||||
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In February 2005, Ana learned about Special Olympics from her friend, Erica Kerner, longtime supporter of Special Olympics and now Adidas Head of 2008 Beijing Olympics. Continue... | |||||||||||
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Athlete Spotlight: Siu Family | |||||||||||
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This month's Athlete Spotlight focuses on the Siu family in Hong Kong. Henrietta Siu writes about her two sons, both of whom are Special Olympics When we were first informed of the fact that our firstborn son, Quinton, is autistic, our world as we knew it collapsed in front of us. Life changed forever in countless ways. 18 months later, a second bombshell; our 2nd son Kurtis was also diagnosed with autism. That was truly the end of the world for me. I can still remember the depression that followed; even after ten years, I still remember those feelings of despair and hopelessness. Read More... | |||||||||||
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Q: Does Special Olympics have the same sporting events as the Olympics? What sports does Special Olympics offer? Find the answer... | |||||||||||
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Lanzhou Family Support Network Seminar Basketball Without Borders Community Relations Kicks Off with Special Olympics Clinic 2006 Special Olympics China National Games to be Held in Harbin More... | |||||||||||
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Special Olympics East Asia held its annual Regional Leadership Council Meeting in Guangzhou, China. The Chairman and National Directors from each of our Programs spent 2 days discussing issues related to our Region. It was wonderful to listen to all of our collective accomplishments but even more inspiring was the fact that each and every one agreed we must do more and we must do it better. 
Ms. Ana Bouco is a newcomer to Special Olympics, however, she is already making significant contributions to our program. Her company, Usarg Corp, represents a variety of established art & sports brands in China like the Clio Awards and soccer team Boca Juniors. She also specializes in discovering innovative Chinese works (creative talent hunter!) and introducing them to the international audience. 
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Many people who are new to the Special Olympics Movement, or even those who have been involved for a long time, have numerous questions about our organization. Each month, we'll choose a question to answer. If you have a question for us, please email it to 
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