Special Olympics Rwanda

The Board and Staff of Special Olympics Rwanda stand in solidarity with all Rwandans in commemorating the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. We remember, we unite, and we renew together.

This International Women’s Day, Special Olympics Rwanda celebrates women who support our athletes every day.
Give to Gain - your encouragement helps athletes experience joy and inclusion through sport. 💜

Special Olympics Rwanda in partnership with AVSI Rwanda successfully conducted a two-day Unified Coach Training from 27th to 28th February 2026 in Gicumbi District.

The training was organized under the theme:
“Empowering Coaches to Lead Inclusive Unified Teams.”
A total of 22 coaches participated in the training, representing three districts where AVSI Rwanda implements its projects:
• Gatsibo District
• Nyanza District
• Gicumbi District

The purpose of the training was to strengthen coaches’ knowledge and skills in implementing Unified Sports, which brings together athletes with and without intellectual disabilities to train and compete on the same team. The sessions emphasized inclusive coaching techniques, team building, leadership development, and the promotion of equality through sports.

This initiative reflects the shared commitment of Special Olympics Rwanda and AVSI Rwanda to promote inclusive sports opportunities and empower coaches to create environments where every athlete can participate, grow, and succeed.

Special Olympics Rwanda warmly welcomes H.E. Ambassador karabaranga Jean-Pierre as the new Board Chair. We also extend our sincere gratitude to Dr. Ngambe Tharcisse for his dedicated service as Interim Board Chair. Together, we continue building an inclusive future through sport

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Celebration of the Unified Champion Schools Project 2020–2025 Highlight Video On 20 November 2025, Special Olympics Rwanda hosted a Gala Dinner at the Hotel Mille Collines to celebrate the Unified Champion Schools Project (2020–2025). ...

Thank you to the Ministry of Education for joining us yesterday as we celebrated champions of inclusion through the Unified Champion Schools Project (2020–2025). We appreciated the presence of Rose Baguma, Head of the Education Policy Department

Thank you to the U.S. Embassy in Rwanda for attending yesterday’s Gala Dinner highlighting inclusion and young champions under the Unified Champion Schools Project (2020–2025). We appreciated the presence of Ms. Marissa Polnerow, Deputy Public Affairs.

Yesterday’s Gala Dinner at Hôtel des Mille Collines was a beautiful celebration of the Unified Champion Schools Project (2020–2025). Together, we honored the champions of inclusion

On November 3, 2025, Special Olympics conducted a Unified Youth Leadership Training in Gasabo District. The training brought together youth with and without intellectual disabilities to develop skills in teamwork, leadership, and inclusion. The initiative aimed to empower students to become leaders in promoting acceptance and inclusion within their schools and communities

Special Olympics Rwanda conducted a Family Forum Training in Muhanga District, Nyarusange Sector, aimed at educating family members on the general orientation of Special Olympics and increasing awareness about Intellectual Disabilities