SPORTING opportunities for those with intellectual disabilities in regional Victoria was put in the spotlight last week when the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) made its way through Shepparton.
Established in 1981, LETR has raised more than half a billion US dollars globally to support Special Olympics around the world and each year sees more than 97,000 dedicated law enforcement personnel carry the ‘Flame of Hope.’
Funds raised by LETR go directly to Special Olympics and assist to underpin a range of week-in, week-out sporting programs and initiatives designed to help participants have fun, make friends, build confidence and compete to win and receive medals.
Special Olympics Australia chief executive officer, Corene Strauss emphasised the importance of the partnership with LETR and using sport to break down barriers.
“Special Olympics Australia is part of a global inclusion movement using sport every day to end discrimination against and empower people with intellectual disabilities,” Corene said.
“Our partnership with LETR is a long-standing and important one that helps raise funds and to promote acceptance, inclusion and respect for people with intellectual disabilities.”
