Kiera Byland BEM, Athlete and Chief from Particular Olympics Nice Britain and the present Particular Olympics International Athlete Congress Chair.
While I’m captivated with being an Athlete Chief, I really like my competitions, so with the ability to do each is basically necessary for me. I wish to showcase that this can be a chance for Athlete Leaders, no matter their chosen sport.
What was your 2024 spotlight?
I prefer to go to competitions to do my private greatest, to see pals and to make new pals, however I additionally prefer to smile and snigger (as you may see from my photograph)!”
This photograph reveals me competing at my nationwide swimming competitors, I prefer it as a result of it reveals that I can nonetheless have enjoyable and share some laughter after a race…
What are you most wanting ahead to in 2025?
I’m wanting ahead to with the ability to present my help to the athletes going to the World Winter Video games 2025 in Turin. I shall be attending as a part of my function on the Particular Olympics board. It’s additionally my birthday on the day of the Opening Ceremony so what a birthday to keep in mind that shall be!
Margaret Turley, Particular Olympics Eire Athlete Chief and Particular Olympics Sargent Shriver International Messenger
What was your favorite Particular Olympics second of 2024?
My favorite Particular Olympics second of 2024 was when I bought the chance to journey to Washington DC for the primary Sargent Shriver International Messenger coaching in Might in Particular Olympics HQ!
I cherished so many issues about this journey, I bought to satisfy the entire different Sargent Shriver International Messengers in particular person for the very first time as an alternative of seeing individuals solely on a display. We bought to know one another very effectively and I really feel I’ve made pals for all times from this crew! I additionally actually loved attending to see Particular Olympics HQ, it’s a very cool workplace with a number of pictures and medals from the entire World Video games! We bought to discover the workplace doing a scavenger hunt.
What are you most wanting ahead to in 2025?
In 2025, I’m actually enthusiastic about going to Turin, Italy for the World Winter Video games. This would be the first time on a global stage that I shall be finishing up duties for my Sargent Shriver International Messenger function! I wish to present the entire stakeholders attending the Video games, what individuals with mental disabilities can do! I’m additionally wanting ahead to catching up with my fellow SSGM teammates and having enjoyable with them.
Gilmour Borg, Particular Olympics Malta Athlete Chief, Particular Olympics Sargent Shriver International Messenger and Elected Consultant in Malta
What was your favorite Particular Olympics second of 2024?
The 12 months 2024 has been an unforgettable journey for me, each on a private stage and in my roles inside Particular Olympics Malta. Probably the most emotional moments of the 12 months was being accepted as a Sergeant Shriver International Messenger. That is an honour I’ll treasure eternally, because it symbolizes not only a function however an necessary milestone of my complete journey inside the Particular Olympics Motion.
One other spotlight for 2024, was my participation within the Particular Olympics Malta Nationwide Video games, an occasion showcasing our athletes mentality of dedication, braveness, resilience, unity and bravado. The chosen theme, “The Champion Inside Us,” completely captured the spirit of the video games. Having the chance to compete alongside my fellow athletes, I felt an amazing sense of shared goal.
What are you most wanting ahead to in 2025?
Looking forward to 2025, I’m thrilled to be a part of a big milestone for Particular Olympics Malta, as we commemorate 25 years of service and dedication to the Maltese group. This celebration just isn’t solely a mirrored image of our achievements but additionally a reminder of our mission to foster inclusion by way of the transformative energy of sports activities.
As we embark on this landmark 12 months, I’m decided to contribute to the expansion of our motion, guaranteeing it continues to encourage change and create a society the place everybody feels valued and included.
Inge Maiberg, Particular Olympics Estonia Athlete Chief, International Athlete Management Council Consultant and President of the Regional Athlete Management Council
What was your favorite Particular Olympics second of 2024?
I had so many good moments that it’s onerous to decide on one. I cherished sharing the stage with Particular Olympics Slovakia’s Nationwide Director, Eva Gazova in Berlin on the Particular Olympics Europe Eurasia Management Convention. I delivered a speech in regards to the significance of getting an athlete in Europe Eurasia Management Council (EELC) and the way EELC might contribute extra.
Why was that your favorite second?
It was my favorite as a result of I felt protected on that stage. I believe the extra I’ve the alternatives to have interaction with nationwide administrators’ the extra assured I’ve grow to be. The convention in Berlin was precious for me as a result of I might meet with different athletes and administrators which gave me a way of group. I might use my athlete chief place to ensure our voices had been heard. I additionally acquired suggestions on learn how to help the athletes much more. I really consider that the specialists on Particular Olympics are the athletes.
What are you most wanting ahead to in 2025?
I’m excited for the EELC assembly in Cyprus. I gained’t be in Turin for the Winter Video games however I’m pleased for everybody who’s collaborating. Total I’m wanting ahead to assembly with athletes and politicians in Estonia and all around the world.
