Kiera Byland BEM, Athlete and Chief from Particular Olympics Nice Britain and the present Particular Olympics International Athlete Congress Chair.
While I’m obsessed with being an Athlete Chief, I really like my competitions, so having the ability to do each is absolutely essential for me. I need to showcase that this can be a chance for Athlete Leaders, no matter their chosen sport.
What was your 2024 spotlight?
I wish to go to competitions to do my private finest, to see buddies and to make new buddies, however I additionally wish to smile and giggle (as you’ll be able to 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 trying ahead to in 2025?
I’m trying ahead to having the ability to present my assist to the athletes going to the World Winter Video games 2025 in Turin. I will probably be attending as a part of my position on the Particular Olympics board. It’s additionally my birthday on the day of the Opening Ceremony so what a birthday to do not forget that will probably 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 acquired the chance to journey to Washington DC for the primary Sargent Shriver International Messenger coaching in Could in Particular Olympics HQ!
I beloved so many issues about this journey, I acquired to fulfill all the different Sargent Shriver International Messengers in particular person for the very first time as an alternative of seeing individuals solely on a display screen. We acquired to know one another very effectively and I really feel I’ve made buddies for all times from this group! I additionally actually loved attending to see Particular Olympics HQ, it’s a very cool workplace with a number of photographs and medals from all the World Video games! We acquired to discover the workplace doing a scavenger hunt.
What are you most trying 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 will probably be finishing up duties for my Sargent Shriver International Messenger position! I need to present all the stakeholders attending the Video games, what individuals with mental disabilities can do! I’m additionally trying 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 yr 2024 has been an unforgettable journey for me, each on a private degree and in my roles inside Particular Olympics Malta. One of the crucial emotional moments of the yr was being accepted as a Sergeant Shriver International Messenger. That is an honour I’ll treasure ceaselessly, because it symbolizes not only a position however an essential 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 willpower, 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 function.
What are you most trying ahead to in 2025?
Waiting for 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 in addition a reminder of our mission to foster inclusion by means of the transformative energy of sports activities.
As we embark on this landmark yr, I’m decided to contribute to the expansion of our motion, making certain 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 exhausting to decide on one. I beloved 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 interact with nationwide administrators’ the extra assured I’ve grow to be. The convention in Berlin was useful 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 verify our voices have been heard. I additionally acquired suggestions on learn how to assist the athletes much more. I really consider that the consultants on Particular Olympics are the athletes.
What are you most trying 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 comfortable for everybody who’s taking part. Total I’m trying ahead to assembly with athletes and politicians in Estonia and all around the world.
