Special Olympics teams are welcomed on their arrival at Dublin Airport.
The Flame of Hope the symbol for the Special Olympics continued its journey around Ireland. The flame was carried by the Garda Sub Aqua Team from Saint John's Point in Donegal to Mullaghmore in County Sligo.
Thousands of Special Olympics athletes have been arriving in Dublin Airport this week, in advance of the world games opening ceremony which will take place in a week’s time. Teams received a traditional Irish welcome in the arrivals hall.
It is the first time that Malta will be represented at The Special Olympics. It is about taking part, explains team Cyprus coach Anna Calleja,
Participation is most important for these kids, and the social aspects.
It is also the first time for team Indonesia to travel to Ireland and they have been touched by,
The hospitality of the people.
This is an organisation which is focused on inclusion, and according to Marian Murphy of Special Olympics Europe,
Every person, as you know, on this island believes in the importance of the work that’s going on.
An RTÉ News report broadcast on 15 June 2003. The reporter is Gareth O’Connor.
