One example of an activity/group that demonstrates the inclusion of people with disabilities is the Special Olympics. The Special Olympics is a global organization that provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The organization promotes the inclusion of people with disabilities in sports and provides them with opportunities to develop physical fitness, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community. The Special Olympics also offers a variety of programs and initiatives that promote inclusion, education and health for people with disabilities. The organization has over 5 million athletes in 190 countries and has been recognized for its efforts to promote inclusion and acceptance of people with disabilities around the world.
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