AGENDA
Agenda
Greenwich Mean Time (UTC+0:00)
12:00 – 1:00 PM
Option 1
Virtual Youth & Educator Summit Kickoff
The 2024 Virtual Global Youth & Educators Summit, themed "Educate to Empower," will officially be opened with guests and keynote speakers sharing the significance of uniting young people and educators for expanding inclusive school environments.
Speakers: Mary Davis, Dr. Jacqueline Jodl, Tim Shriver Jr. , Louis Kleemeyer and Tim Pietrowski (Unified Pair from SO Germany), Shahd Elmowafy and Abdelrahman Elmowafy (Unified Pair from SO Egypt).
1:00 – 1:45 PM
Option 1
Panel: "The Importance of Inclusion in Education: The Roles of Youth, Educators, and Governments in Building Inclusive Societies"
In this panel, participants will learn from experts in the field on how educators, young people and governments can work together to build inclusion within schools and their communities.
Facilitator: Dr. Tim Shriver
Speakers: Malvin Tafadzwa Mukombe and Vimbai Yolanda Njovo (Unified pair from SO Zimbabwe), Dr. Sheldon Berman, Mr. Fred Haga
1:45 – 2:15 PM
Option 1
Sport for Social Change
This session delves into the transformative power of sports as a catalyst for social change, exploring its ability to drive positive impact and foster community development.
Speakers: FIBA Foundation
2:15 – 3:00 PM
Option 1
Making Peace Through Artifacts
Youth Session
This session focuses on defining and experiencing peace through the five senses (taste, touch, smell, hearing, sight), prompting participants to identify their own personal artifacts of peace from their lives.
Speakers: Elana Haviv (Generation Human Rights) and Fiona Turner (VII Foundation)
2:15 – 3:00 PM
Option 1
Disabilities and Right to Education for All
Educator Session
This session focuses on creating schools that welcome everyone. It provides insights into the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the significance of understanding disabilities from a human rights perspective.
Speakers: Mr. Sergio Meresman (UNICEF)
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Option 1
Inclusion Matters – Advocating for All
Youth Session
Explore global disability rights as it relates to the Special Olympics youth declaration, as we discuss the pivotal role of youth in shaping inclusive societies for individuals with disabilities.
Speakers: United Nations Youth Office
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Option 1
Design Thinking in Education
Educator Session
This session introduces the concept of Design Thinking and its fundamental principles. It demonstrates how this creative process can be implemented by educators in educational settings to enhance creativity, promote innovation, and facilitate inclusion.
Speakers: Manar Hammoud and Maya Maddah (Teach from Lebanon)
4:00 – 4:45 PM
Option 1
Youth Got Talent Festival
Witness the extraordinary talent of young performers from across the globe as they showcase a diverse range of artistic expressions at the Youth Got Talent Festival.
Performers: Youth Leaders from global Special Olympics Programs.
10:00 – 11:00 PM
Option 2
Virtual Youth & Educator Summit Kickoff
The 2024 Virtual Global Youth & Educators Summit, themed "Educate to Empower," will officially be opened with guests and keynote speakers sharing the significance of uniting young people and educators for expanding inclusive school environments.
Speakers: Mary Davis, Dr. Jacqueline Jodl, Tim Shriver Jr., Louis Kleemeyer and Tim Pietrowski, Shahd Elmowafy and Abdelrahman Elmowafy, Unified Pair from SO Egypt
11:00 – 11:45 PM
Option 2
Panel: "The Importance of Inclusion in Education: The Roles of Youth, Educators, and Governments in Building Inclusive Societies"
In this panel, participants will learn from experts in the field on how educators, young people and governments can work together to build inclusion within schools and their communities.
Facilitator: Dr. Tim Shriver
Speakers: Malvin Tafadzwa Mukombe and Vimbai Yolanda Njovo (Unified pair from SO Zimbabwe), Dr. Sheldon Berman, Mr. Fred Haga
11:45 – 12:15 AM
Option 2
Sport for Social Change
This session delves into the transformative power of sports as a catalyst for social change, exploring its ability to drive positive impact and foster community development.
Speakers: FIBA Foundation
12:15 – 1:00 AM
Option 2
Making Peace Through Artifacts
Youth Session
This session focuses on defining and experiencing peace through the five senses (taste, touch, smell, hearing, sight), prompting participants to identify their own personal artifacts of peace from their lives.
Speakers: Elana Haviv (Generation Human Rights) and Fiona Turner (VII Foundation)
12:15 – 1:00 AM
Option 2
Disabilities and Right to Education for All
Educator Session
This session focuses on creating schools that welcome everyone. It provides insights into the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the significance of understanding disabilities from a human rights perspective.
Speakers: Mr. Sergio Meresman (UNICEF)
1:00 – 2:00 AM
Option 2
Inclusion Matters – Advocating for All
Youth Session
Explore global disability rights as it relates to the Special Olympics youth declaration, as we discuss the pivotal role of youth in shaping inclusive societies for individuals with disabilities.
Speakers: United Nations Youth Office
1:00 – 2:00 AM
Option 2
Design Thinking in Education
Educator Session
This session introduces the concept of Design Thinking and its fundamental principles. It demonstrates how this creative process can be implemented by educators in educational settings to enhance creativity, promote innovation, and facilitate inclusion.
Speakers: Manar Hammoud and Maya Maddah (Teach from Lebanon)
2:00 – 2:45 AM
Option 2
Youth Got Talent Festival
Witness the extraordinary talent of young performers from across the globe as they showcase a diverse range of artistic expressions at the Youth Got Talent Festival.
Performers: Youth Leaders from global Special Olympics Programs.
Cairo Standard Time (UTC+2:00)
2:00 – 3:00 PM
Option 1
Virtual Youth & Educator Summit Kickoff
The 2024 Virtual Global Youth & Educators Summit, themed "Educate to Empower," will officially be opened with guests and keynote speakers sharing the significance of uniting young people and educators for expanding inclusive school environments.
Speakers: Mary Davis, Dr. Jacqueline Jodl, Tim Shriver Jr. , Louis Kleemeyer and Tim Pietrowski (Unified Pair from SO Germany), Shahd Elmowafy and Abdelrahman Elmowafy (Unified Pair from SO Egypt).
3:00 – 3:45 PM
Option 1
Panel: "The Importance of Inclusion in Education: The Roles of Youth, Educators, and Governments in Building Inclusive Societies"
In this panel, participants will learn from experts in the field on how educators, young people and governments can work together to build inclusion within schools and their communities.
Facilitator: Dr. Tim Shriver
Speakers: Malvin Tafadzwa Mukombe and Vimbai Yolanda Njovo (Unified pair from SO Zimbabwe), Dr. Sheldon Berman, Mr. Fred Haga
3:45 – 4:15 PM
Option 1
Sport for Social Change
This session delves into the transformative power of sports as a catalyst for social change, exploring its ability to drive positive impact and foster community development.
Speakers: FIBA Foundation
4:15 – 5:00 PM
Option 1
Making Peace Through Artifacts
Youth Session
This session focuses on defining and experiencing peace through the five senses (taste, touch, smell, hearing, sight), prompting participants to identify their own personal artifacts of peace from their lives.
Speakers: Elana Haviv (Generation Human Rights) and Fiona Turner (VII Foundation)
4:15 – 5:00 PM
Option 1
Disabilities and Right to Education for All
Educator Session
This session focuses on creating schools that welcome everyone. It provides insights into the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the significance of understanding disabilities from a human rights perspective.
Speakers: Mr. Sergio Meresman (UNICEF)
5:00 – 6:00 PM
Option 1
Inclusion Matters – Advocating for All
Youth Session
Explore global disability rights as it relates to the Special Olympics youth declaration, as we discuss the pivotal role of youth in shaping inclusive societies for individuals with disabilities.
Speakers: United Nations Youth Office
5:00 – 6:00 PM
Option 1
Design Thinking in Education
Educator Session
This session introduces the concept of Design Thinking and its fundamental principles. It demonstrates how this creative process can be implemented by educators in educational settings to enhance creativity, promote innovation, and facilitate inclusion.
Speakers: Manar Hammoud and Maya Maddah (Teach from Lebanon)
6:00 – 6:45 PM
Option 1
Youth Got Talent Festival
Witness the extraordinary talent of young performers from across the globe as they showcase a diverse range of artistic expressions at the Youth Got Talent Festival.
Performers: Youth Leaders from global Special Olympics Programs.
12:00 – 1:00 AM
Option 2
Virtual Youth & Educator Summit Kickoff
The 2024 Virtual Global Youth & Educators Summit, themed "Educate to Empower," will officially be opened with guests and keynote speakers sharing the significance of uniting young people and educators for expanding inclusive school environments.
Speakers: Mary Davis, Dr. Jacqueline Jodl, Tim Shriver Jr., Louis Kleemeyer and Tim Pietrowski, Shahd Elmowafy and Abdelrahman Elmowafy, Unified Pair from SO Egypt
1:00 – 1:45 AM
Option 2
Panel: "The Importance of Inclusion in Education: The Roles of Youth, Educators, and Governments in Building Inclusive Societies"
In this panel, participants will learn from experts in the field on how educators, young people and governments can work together to build inclusion within schools and their communities.
Facilitator: Dr. Tim Shriver
Speakers: Malvin Tafadzwa Mukombe and Vimbai Yolanda Njovo (Unified pair from SO Zimbabwe), Dr. Sheldon Berman, Mr. Fred Haga
1:45 – 2:15 AM
Option 2
Sport for Social Change
This session delves into the transformative power of sports as a catalyst for social change, exploring its ability to drive positive impact and foster community development.
Speakers: FIBA Foundation
2:15 – 3:00 AM
Option 2
Making Peace Through Artifacts
Youth Session
This session focuses on defining and experiencing peace through the five senses (taste, touch, smell, hearing, sight), prompting participants to identify their own personal artifacts of peace from their lives.
Speakers: Elana Haviv (Generation Human Rights) and Fiona Turner (VII Foundation)
2:15 – 3:00 AM
Option 2
Disabilities and Right to Education for All
Educator Session
This session focuses on creating schools that welcome everyone. It provides insights into the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the significance of understanding disabilities from a human rights perspective.
Speakers: Mr. Sergio Meresman (UNICEF)
3:00 – 4:00 AM
Option 2
Inclusion Matters – Advocating for All
Youth Session
Explore global disability rights as it relates to the Special Olympics youth declaration, as we discuss the pivotal role of youth in shaping inclusive societies for individuals with disabilities.
Speakers: United Nations Youth Office
3:00 – 4:00 AM
Option 2
Design Thinking in Education
Educator Session
This session introduces the concept of Design Thinking and its fundamental principles. It demonstrates how this creative process can be implemented by educators in educational settings to enhance creativity, promote innovation, and facilitate inclusion.
Speakers: Manar Hammoud and Maya Maddah (Teach from Lebanon)
4:00 – 4:45 AM
Option 2
Youth Got Talent Festival
Witness the extraordinary talent of young performers from across the globe as they showcase a diverse range of artistic expressions at the Youth Got Talent Festival.
Performers: Youth Leaders from global Special Olympics Programs.
Indian Standard Time (UTC+5:30)
5:30 – 6:30 PM
Option 1
Virtual Youth & Educator Summit Kickoff
The 2024 Virtual Global Youth & Educators Summit, themed "Educate to Empower," will officially be opened with guests and keynote speakers sharing the significance of uniting young people and educators for expanding inclusive school environments.
Speakers: Mary Davis, Dr. Jacqueline Jodl, Tim Shriver Jr. , Louis Kleemeyer and Tim Pietrowski (Unified Pair from SO Germany), Shahd Elmowafy and Abdelrahman Elmowafy (Unified Pair from SO Egypt).
6:30 – 7:15 PM
Option 1
Panel: "The Importance of Inclusion in Education: The Roles of Youth, Educators, and Governments in Building Inclusive Societies"
In this panel, participants will learn from experts in the field on how educators, young people and governments can work together to build inclusion within schools and their communities.
Facilitator: Dr. Tim Shriver
Speakers: Malvin Tafadzwa Mukombe and Vimbai Yolanda Njovo (Unified pair from SO Zimbabwe), Dr. Sheldon Berman, Mr. Fred Haga
7:15 – 7:45 PM
Option 1
Sport for Social Change
This session delves into the transformative power of sports as a catalyst for social change, exploring its ability to drive positive impact and foster community development.
Speakers: FIBA Foundation
7:45 – 8:30 PM
Option 1
Making Peace Through Artifacts
Youth Session
This session focuses on defining and experiencing peace through the five senses (taste, touch, smell, hearing, sight), prompting participants to identify their own personal artifacts of peace from their lives.
Speakers: Elana Haviv (Generation Human Rights) and Fiona Turner (VII Foundation)
7:45 – 8:30 PM
Option 1
Disabilities and Right to Education for All
Educator Session
This session focuses on creating schools that welcome everyone. It provides insights into the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the significance of understanding disabilities from a human rights perspective.
Speakers: Mr. Sergio Meresman (UNICEF)
8:30 – 9:30 PM
Option 1
Inclusion Matters – Advocating for All
Youth Session
Explore global disability rights as it relates to the Special Olympics youth declaration, as we discuss the pivotal role of youth in shaping inclusive societies for individuals with disabilities.
Speakers: United Nations Youth Office
8:30 – 9:30 PM
Option 1
Design Thinking in Education
Educator Session
This session introduces the concept of Design Thinking and its fundamental principles. It demonstrates how this creative process can be implemented by educators in educational settings to enhance creativity, promote innovation, and facilitate inclusion.
Speakers: Manar Hammoud and Maya Maddah (Teach from Lebanon)
9:30 – 10:15 PM
Option 1
Youth Got Talent Festival
Witness the extraordinary talent of young performers from across the globe as they showcase a diverse range of artistic expressions at the Youth Got Talent Festival.
Performers: Youth Leaders from global Special Olympics Programs.
3:30 – 4:30 AM
Option 2
Virtual Youth & Educator Summit Kickoff
The 2024 Virtual Global Youth & Educators Summit, themed "Educate to Empower," will officially be opened with guests and keynote speakers sharing the significance of uniting young people and educators for expanding inclusive school environments.
Speakers: Mary Davis, Dr. Jacqueline Jodl, Tim Shriver Jr., Louis Kleemeyer and Tim Pietrowski, Shahd Elmowafy and Abdelrahman Elmowafy, Unified Pair from SO Egypt
4:30 – 5:15 AM
Option 2
Panel: "The Importance of Inclusion in Education: The Roles of Youth, Educators, and Governments in Building Inclusive Societies"
In this panel, participants will learn from experts in the field on how educators, young people and governments can work together to build inclusion within schools and their communities.
Facilitator: Dr. Tim Shriver
Speakers: Malvin Tafadzwa Mukombe and Vimbai Yolanda Njovo (Unified pair from SO Zimbabwe), Dr. Sheldon Berman, Mr. Fred Haga
5:15 – 5:45 AM
Option 2
Sport for Social Change
This session delves into the transformative power of sports as a catalyst for social change, exploring its ability to drive positive impact and foster community development.
Speakers: FIBA Foundation
5:45 – 6:30 AM
Option 2
Making Peace Through Artifacts
Youth Session
This session focuses on defining and experiencing peace through the five senses (taste, touch, smell, hearing, sight), prompting participants to identify their own personal artifacts of peace from their lives.
Speakers: Elana Haviv (Generation Human Rights) and Fiona Turner (VII Foundation)
5:45 – 6:30 AM
Option 2
Disabilities and Right to Education for All
Educator Session
This session focuses on creating schools that welcome everyone. It provides insights into the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the significance of understanding disabilities from a human rights perspective.
Speakers: Mr. Sergio Meresman (UNICEF)
6:30 – 7:30 AM
Option 2
Inclusion Matters – Advocating for All
Youth Session
Explore global disability rights as it relates to the Special Olympics youth declaration, as we discuss the pivotal role of youth in shaping inclusive societies for individuals with disabilities.
Speakers: United Nations Youth Office
6:30 – 7:30 AM
Option 2
Design Thinking in Education
Educator Session
This session introduces the concept of Design Thinking and its fundamental principles. It demonstrates how this creative process can be implemented by educators in educational settings to enhance creativity, promote innovation, and facilitate inclusion.
Speakers: Manar Hammoud and Maya Maddah (Teach from Lebanon)
7:30 – 8:15 AM
Option 2
Youth Got Talent Festival
Witness the extraordinary talent of young performers from across the globe as they showcase a diverse range of artistic expressions at the Youth Got Talent Festival.
Performers: Youth Leaders from global Special Olympics Programs.
Hong Kong Time (UTC+8:00)
8:00 – 9:00 PM
Option 1
Virtual Youth & Educator Summit Kickoff
The 2024 Virtual Global Youth & Educators Summit, themed "Educate to Empower," will officially be opened with guests and keynote speakers sharing the significance of uniting young people and educators for expanding inclusive school environments.
Speakers: Mary Davis, Dr. Jacqueline Jodl, Tim Shriver Jr. , Louis Kleemeyer and Tim Pietrowski (Unified Pair from SO Germany), Shahd Elmowafy and Abdelrahman Elmowafy (Unified Pair from SO Egypt).
9:00 – 9:45 PM
Option 1
Panel: "The Importance of Inclusion in Education: The Roles of Youth, Educators, and Governments in Building Inclusive Societies"
In this panel, participants will learn from experts in the field on how educators, young people and governments can work together to build inclusion within schools and their communities.
Facilitator: Dr. Tim Shriver
Speakers: Malvin Tafadzwa Mukombe and Vimbai Yolanda Njovo (Unified pair from SO Zimbabwe), Dr. Sheldon Berman, Mr. Fred Haga
9:45 – 10:15 PM
Option 1
Sport for Social Change
This session delves into the transformative power of sports as a catalyst for social change, exploring its ability to drive positive impact and foster community development.
Speakers: FIBA Foundation
10:15 – 11:00 PM
Option 1
Making Peace Through Artifacts
Youth Session
This session focuses on defining and experiencing peace through the five senses (taste, touch, smell, hearing, sight), prompting participants to identify their own personal artifacts of peace from their lives.
Speakers: Elana Haviv (Generation Human Rights) and Fiona Turner (VII Foundation)
10:15 – 11:00 PM
Option 1
Disabilities and Right to Education for All
Educator Session
This session focuses on creating schools that welcome everyone. It provides insights into the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the significance of understanding disabilities from a human rights perspective.
Speakers: Mr. Sergio Meresman (UNICEF)
11:00 – 12:00 AM
Option 1
Inclusion Matters – Advocating for All
Youth Session
Explore global disability rights as it relates to the Special Olympics youth declaration, as we discuss the pivotal role of youth in shaping inclusive societies for individuals with disabilities.
Speakers: United Nations Youth Office
11:00 – 12:00 AM
Option 1
Design Thinking in Education
Educator Session
This session introduces the concept of Design Thinking and its fundamental principles. It demonstrates how this creative process can be implemented by educators in educational settings to enhance creativity, promote innovation, and facilitate inclusion.
Speakers: Manar Hammoud and Maya Maddah (Teach from Lebanon)
12:00 – 12:45 AM
Option 1
Youth Got Talent Festival
Witness the extraordinary talent of young performers from across the globe as they showcase a diverse range of artistic expressions at the Youth Got Talent Festival.
Performers: Youth Leaders from global Special Olympics Programs.
6:00 – 7:00 AM
Option 2
Virtual Youth & Educator Summit Kickoff
The 2024 Virtual Global Youth & Educators Summit, themed "Educate to Empower," will officially be opened with guests and keynote speakers sharing the significance of uniting young people and educators for expanding inclusive school environments.
Speakers: Mary Davis, Dr. Jacqueline Jodl, Tim Shriver Jr., Louis Kleemeyer and Tim Pietrowski, Shahd Elmowafy and Abdelrahman Elmowafy, Unified Pair from SO Egypt
7:00 – 7:45 AM
Option 2
Panel: "The Importance of Inclusion in Education: The Roles of Youth, Educators, and Governments in Building Inclusive Societies"
In this panel, participants will learn from experts in the field on how educators, young people and governments can work together to build inclusion within schools and their communities.
Facilitator: Dr. Tim Shriver
Speakers: Malvin Tafadzwa Mukombe and Vimbai Yolanda Njovo (Unified pair from SO Zimbabwe), Dr. Sheldon Berman, Mr. Fred Haga
7:45 – 8:15 AM
Option 2
Sport for Social Change
This session delves into the transformative power of sports as a catalyst for social change, exploring its ability to drive positive impact and foster community development.
Speakers: FIBA Foundation
8:15 – 9:00 AM
Option 2
Making Peace Through Artifacts
Youth Session
This session focuses on defining and experiencing peace through the five senses (taste, touch, smell, hearing, sight), prompting participants to identify their own personal artifacts of peace from their lives.
Speakers: Elana Haviv (Generation Human Rights) and Fiona Turner (VII Foundation)
8:15 – 9:00 AM
Option 2
Disabilities and Right to Education for All
Educator Session
This session focuses on creating schools that welcome everyone. It provides insights into the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the significance of understanding disabilities from a human rights perspective.
Speakers: Mr. Sergio Meresman (UNICEF)
9:00 – 10:00 AM
Option 2
Inclusion Matters – Advocating for All
Youth Session
Explore global disability rights as it relates to the Special Olympics youth declaration, as we discuss the pivotal role of youth in shaping inclusive societies for individuals with disabilities.
Speakers: United Nations Youth Office
9:00 – 10:00 AM
Option 2
Design Thinking in Education
Educator Session
This session introduces the concept of Design Thinking and its fundamental principles. It demonstrates how this creative process can be implemented by educators in educational settings to enhance creativity, promote innovation, and facilitate inclusion.
Speakers: Manar Hammoud and Maya Maddah (Teach from Lebanon)
10:00 – 10:45 AM
Option 2
Youth Got Talent Festival
Witness the extraordinary talent of young performers from across the globe as they showcase a diverse range of artistic expressions at the Youth Got Talent Festival.
Performers: Youth Leaders from global Special Olympics Programs.
Vladivostok Time (UTC+10:00)
10:00 – 11:00 PM
Option 1
Virtual Youth & Educator Summit Kickoff
The 2024 Virtual Global Youth & Educators Summit, themed "Educate to Empower," will officially be opened with guests and keynote speakers sharing the significance of uniting young people and educators for expanding inclusive school environments.
Speakers: Mary Davis, Dr. Jacqueline Jodl, Tim Shriver Jr. , Louis Kleemeyer and Tim Pietrowski (Unified Pair from SO Germany), Shahd Elmowafy and Abdelrahman Elmowafy (Unified Pair from SO Egypt).
11:00 – 11:45 PM
Option 1
Panel: "The Importance of Inclusion in Education: The Roles of Youth, Educators, and Governments in Building Inclusive Societies"
In this panel, participants will learn from experts in the field on how educators, young people and governments can work together to build inclusion within schools and their communities.
Facilitator: Dr. Tim Shriver
Speakers: Malvin Tafadzwa Mukombe and Vimbai Yolanda Njovo (Unified pair from SO Zimbabwe), Dr. Sheldon Berman, Mr. Fred Haga
11:45 – 12:15 AM
Option 1
Sport for Social Change
This session delves into the transformative power of sports as a catalyst for social change, exploring its ability to drive positive impact and foster community development.
Speakers: FIBA Foundation
12:15 – 1:00 AM
Option 1
Making Peace Through Artifacts
Youth Session
This session focuses on defining and experiencing peace through the five senses (taste, touch, smell, hearing, sight), prompting participants to identify their own personal artifacts of peace from their lives.
Speakers: Elana Haviv (Generation Human Rights) and Fiona Turner (VII Foundation)
12:15 – 1:00 AM
Option 1
Disabilities and Right to Education for All
Educator Session
This session focuses on creating schools that welcome everyone. It provides insights into the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the significance of understanding disabilities from a human rights perspective.
Speakers: Mr. Sergio Meresman (UNICEF)
1:00 – 2:00 AM
Option 1
Inclusion Matters – Advocating for All
Youth Session
Explore global disability rights as it relates to the Special Olympics youth declaration, as we discuss the pivotal role of youth in shaping inclusive societies for individuals with disabilities.
Speakers: United Nations Youth Office
1:00 – 2:00 AM
Option 1
Design Thinking in Education
Educator Session
This session introduces the concept of Design Thinking and its fundamental principles. It demonstrates how this creative process can be implemented by educators in educational settings to enhance creativity, promote innovation, and facilitate inclusion.
Speakers: Manar Hammoud and Maya Maddah (Teach from Lebanon)
2:00 – 2:45 AM
Option 1
Youth Got Talent Festival
Witness the extraordinary talent of young performers from across the globe as they showcase a diverse range of artistic expressions at the Youth Got Talent Festival.
Performers: Youth Leaders from global Special Olympics Programs.
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Option 2
Virtual Youth & Educator Summit Kickoff
The 2024 Virtual Global Youth & Educators Summit, themed "Educate to Empower," will officially be opened with guests and keynote speakers sharing the significance of uniting young people and educators for expanding inclusive school environments.
Speakers: Mary Davis, Dr. Jacqueline Jodl, Tim Shriver Jr., Louis Kleemeyer and Tim Pietrowski, Shahd Elmowafy and Abdelrahman Elmowafy, Unified Pair from SO Egypt
9:00 – 9:45 AM
Option 2
Panel: "The Importance of Inclusion in Education: The Roles of Youth, Educators, and Governments in Building Inclusive Societies"
In this panel, participants will learn from experts in the field on how educators, young people and governments can work together to build inclusion within schools and their communities.
Facilitator: Dr. Tim Shriver
Speakers: Malvin Tafadzwa Mukombe and Vimbai Yolanda Njovo (Unified pair from SO Zimbabwe), Dr. Sheldon Berman, Mr. Fred Haga
9:45 – 10:15 AM
Option 2
Sport for Social Change
This session delves into the transformative power of sports as a catalyst for social change, exploring its ability to drive positive impact and foster community development.
Speakers: FIBA Foundation
10:15 – 11:00 AM
Option 2
Making Peace Through Artifacts
Youth Session
This session focuses on defining and experiencing peace through the five senses (taste, touch, smell, hearing, sight), prompting participants to identify their own personal artifacts of peace from their lives.
Speakers: Elana Haviv (Generation Human Rights) and Fiona Turner (VII Foundation)
10:15 – 11:00 AM
Option 2
Disabilities and Right to Education for All
Educator Session
This session focuses on creating schools that welcome everyone. It provides insights into the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the significance of understanding disabilities from a human rights perspective.
Speakers: Mr. Sergio Meresman (UNICEF)
11:00AM – 12:00 PM
Option 2
Inclusion Matters – Advocating for All
Youth Session
Explore global disability rights as it relates to the Special Olympics youth declaration, as we discuss the pivotal role of youth in shaping inclusive societies for individuals with disabilities.
Speakers: United Nations Youth Office
11:00 – 12:00 PM
Option 2
Design Thinking in Education
Educator Session
This session introduces the concept of Design Thinking and its fundamental principles. It demonstrates how this creative process can be implemented by educators in educational settings to enhance creativity, promote innovation, and facilitate inclusion.
Speakers: Manar Hammoud and Maya Maddah (Teach from Lebanon)
12:00 – 12:45 PM
Option 2
Youth Got Talent Festival
Witness the extraordinary talent of young performers from across the globe as they showcase a diverse range of artistic expressions at the Youth Got Talent Festival.
Performers: Youth Leaders from global Special Olympics Programs.
Eastern Standard Time (UTC-4:00)
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Option 1
Virtual Youth & Educator Summit Kickoff
The 2024 Virtual Global Youth & Educators Summit, themed "Educate to Empower," will officially be opened with guests and keynote speakers sharing the significance of uniting young people and educators for expanding inclusive school environments.
Speakers: Mary Davis, Dr. Jacqueline Jodl, Tim Shriver Jr. , Louis Kleemeyer and Tim Pietrowski (Unified Pair from SO Germany), Shahd Elmowafy and Abdelrahman Elmowafy (Unified Pair from SO Egypt).
9:00 – 9:45 AM
Option 1
Panel: "The Importance of Inclusion in Education: The Roles of Youth, Educators, and Governments in Building Inclusive Societies"
In this panel, participants will learn from experts in the field on how educators, young people and governments can work together to build inclusion within schools and their communities.
Facilitator: Dr. Tim Shriver
Speakers: Malvin Tafadzwa Mukombe and Vimbai Yolanda Njovo (Unified pair from SO Zimbabwe), Dr. Sheldon Berman, Mr. Fred Haga
9:45 – 10:15 AM
Option 1
Sport for Social Change
This session delves into the transformative power of sports as a catalyst for social change, exploring its ability to drive positive impact and foster community development.
Speakers: FIBA Foundation
10:15 – 11:00 AM
Option 1
Making Peace Through Artifacts
Youth Session
This session focuses on defining and experiencing peace through the five senses (taste, touch, smell, hearing, sight), prompting participants to identify their own personal artifacts of peace from their lives.
Speakers: Elana Haviv (Generation Human Rights) and Fiona Turner (VII Foundation)
10:15 – 11:00 AM
Option 1
Disabilities and Right to Education for All
Educator Session
This session focuses on creating schools that welcome everyone. It provides insights into the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the significance of understanding disabilities from a human rights perspective.
Speakers: Mr. Sergio Meresman (UNICEF)
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Option 1
Inclusion Matters – Advocating for All
Youth Session
Explore global disability rights as it relates to the Special Olympics youth declaration, as we discuss the pivotal role of youth in shaping inclusive societies for individuals with disabilities.
Speakers: United Nations Youth Office
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Option 1
Design Thinking in Education
Educator Session
This session introduces the concept of Design Thinking and its fundamental principles. It demonstrates how this creative process can be implemented by educators in educational settings to enhance creativity, promote innovation, and facilitate inclusion.
Speakers: Manar Hammoud and Maya Maddah (Teach from Lebanon)
12:00 – 12:45 PM
Option 1
Youth Got Talent Festival
Witness the extraordinary talent of young performers from across the globe as they showcase a diverse range of artistic expressions at the Youth Got Talent Festival.
Performers: Youth Leaders from global Special Olympics Programs.
6:00 – 7:00 PM
Option 2
Virtual Youth & Educator Summit Kickoff
The 2024 Virtual Global Youth & Educators Summit, themed "Educate to Empower," will officially be opened with guests and keynote speakers sharing the significance of uniting young people and educators for expanding inclusive school environments.
Speakers: Mary Davis, Dr. Jacqueline Jodl, Tim Shriver Jr., Louis Kleemeyer and Tim Pietrowski, Shahd Elmowafy and Abdelrahman Elmowafy, Unified Pair from SO Egypt
7:00 – 7:45 PM
Option 2
Panel: "The Importance of Inclusion in Education: The Roles of Youth, Educators, and Governments in Building Inclusive Societies"
In this panel, participants will learn from experts in the field on how educators, young people and governments can work together to build inclusion within schools and their communities.
Facilitator: Dr. Tim Shriver
Speakers: Malvin Tafadzwa Mukombe and Vimbai Yolanda Njovo (Unified pair from SO Zimbabwe), Dr. Sheldon Berman, Mr. Fred Haga
7:45 – 8:15 PM
Option 2
Sport for Social Change
This session delves into the transformative power of sports as a catalyst for social change, exploring its ability to drive positive impact and foster community development.
8:15 – 9:00 PM
Option 2
Making Peace Through Artifacts
Youth Session
This session focuses on defining and experiencing peace through the five senses (taste, touch, smell, hearing, sight), prompting participants to identify their own personal artifacts of peace from their lives.
Speakers: Elana Haviv (Generation Human Rights) and Fiona Turner (VII Foundation)
8:15 – 9:00 PM
Option 2
Disabilities and Right to Education for All
Educator Session
This session focuses on creating schools that welcome everyone. It provides insights into the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the significance of understanding disabilities from a human rights perspective.
Speakers: Mr. Sergio Meresman (UNICEF)
9:00 – 10:00 PM
Option 2
Inclusion Matters – Advocating for All
Youth Session
Explore global disability rights as it relates to the Special Olympics youth declaration, as we discuss the pivotal role of youth in shaping inclusive societies for individuals with disabilities.
Speakers: United Nations Youth Office
9:00 – 10:00 PM
Option 2
Design Thinking in Education
Educator Session
This session introduces the concept of Design Thinking and its fundamental principles. It demonstrates how this creative process can be implemented by educators in educational settings to enhance creativity, promote innovation, and facilitate inclusion.
Speakers: Manar Hammoud and Maya Maddah (Teach from Lebanon)
10:00 – 10:45 PM
Option 2
Youth Got Talent Festival
Witness the extraordinary talent of young performers from across the globe as they showcase a diverse range of artistic expressions at the Youth Got Talent Festival.
Performers: Youth Leaders from global Special Olympics Programs.
Panama City, Panama (UTC-5:00)
7:00 – 8:00 AM
Option 1
Virtual Youth & Educator Summit Kickoff
The 2024 Virtual Global Youth & Educators Summit, themed "Educate to Empower," will officially be opened with guests and keynote speakers sharing the significance of uniting young people and educators for expanding inclusive school environments.
Speakers: Mary Davis, Dr. Jacqueline Jodl, Tim Shriver Jr. , Louis Kleemeyer and Tim Pietrowski (Unified Pair from SO Germany), Shahd Elmowafy and Abdelrahman Elmowafy (Unified Pair from SO Egypt).
8:00 – 8:45 AM
Option 1
Panel: "The Importance of Inclusion in Education: The Roles of Youth, Educators, and Governments in Building Inclusive Societies"
In this panel, participants will learn from experts in the field on how educators, young people and governments can work together to build inclusion within schools and their communities.
Facilitator: Dr. Tim Shriver
Speakers: Malvin Tafadzwa Mukombe and Vimbai Yolanda Njovo (Unified pair from SO Zimbabwe), Dr. Sheldon Berman, Mr. Fred Haga
8:45 – 9:15 AM
Option 1
Sport for Social Change
This session delves into the transformative power of sports as a catalyst for social change, exploring its ability to drive positive impact and foster community development.
Speakers: FIBA Foundation
9:15 – 10:00 AM
Option 1
Making Peace Through Artifacts
Youth Session
This session focuses on defining and experiencing peace through the five senses (taste, touch, smell, hearing, sight), prompting participants to identify their own personal artifacts of peace from their lives.
Speakers: Elana Haviv (Generation Human Rights) and Fiona Turner (VII Foundation)
9:15 – 10:00 AM
Option 1
Disabilities and Right to Education for All
Educator Session
This session focuses on creating schools that welcome everyone. It provides insights into the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the significance of understanding disabilities from a human rights perspective.
Speakers: Mr. Sergio Meresman (UNICEF)
10:00 – 11:00 AM
Option 1
Inclusion Matters – Advocating for All
Youth Session
Explore global disability rights as it relates to the Special Olympics youth declaration, as we discuss the pivotal role of youth in shaping inclusive societies for individuals with disabilities.
Speakers: United Nations Youth Office
10:00 – 11:00 AM
Option 1
Design Thinking in Education
Educator Session
This session introduces the concept of Design Thinking and its fundamental principles. It demonstrates how this creative process can be implemented by educators in educational settings to enhance creativity, promote innovation, and facilitate inclusion.
Speakers: Manar Hammoud and Maya Maddah (Teach from Lebanon)
11:00 – 11:45 AM
Option 1
Youth Got Talent Festival
Witness the extraordinary talent of young performers from across the globe as they showcase a diverse range of artistic expressions at the Youth Got Talent Festival.
Performers: Youth Leaders from global Special Olympics Programs.
5:00 – 6:00 PM
Option 2
Virtual Youth & Educator Summit Kickoff
The 2024 Virtual Global Youth & Educators Summit, themed "Educate to Empower," will officially be opened with guests and keynote speakers sharing the significance of uniting young people and educators for expanding inclusive school environments.
Speakers: Mary Davis, Dr. Jacqueline Jodl, Tim Shriver Jr., Louis Kleemeyer and Tim Pietrowski, Shahd Elmowafy and Abdelrahman Elmowafy, Unified Pair from SO Egypt
6:00 – 6:45 PM
Option 2
Panel: "The Importance of Inclusion in Education: The Roles of Youth, Educators, and Governments in Building Inclusive Societies"
In this panel, participants will learn from experts in the field on how educators, young people and governments can work together to build inclusion within schools and their communities.
Facilitator: Dr. Tim Shriver
Speakers: Malvin Tafadzwa Mukombe and Vimbai Yolanda Njovo (Unified pair from SO Zimbabwe), Dr. Sheldon Berman, Mr. Fred Haga
6:45 – 7:15 PM
Option 2
Sport for Social Change
This session delves into the transformative power of sports as a catalyst for social change, exploring its ability to drive positive impact and foster community development.
7:15 – 8:00 PM
Option 2
Making Peace Through Artifacts
Youth Session
This session focuses on defining and experiencing peace through the five senses (taste, touch, smell, hearing, sight), prompting participants to identify their own personal artifacts of peace from their lives.
Speakers: Elana Haviv (Generation Human Rights) and Fiona Turner (VII Foundation)
7:15 – 8:00 PM
Option 2
Disabilities and Right to Education for All
Educator Session
This session focuses on creating schools that welcome everyone. It provides insights into the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the significance of understanding disabilities from a human rights perspective.
Speakers: Mr. Sergio Meresman (UNICEF)
8:00 – 9:00 PM
Option 2
Inclusion Matters – Advocating for All
Youth Session
Explore global disability rights as it relates to the Special Olympics youth declaration, as we discuss the pivotal role of youth in shaping inclusive societies for individuals with disabilities.
Speakers: United Nations Youth Office
8:00 – 9:00 PM
Option 2
Design Thinking in Education
Educator Session
This session introduces the concept of Design Thinking and its fundamental principles. It demonstrates how this creative process can be implemented by educators in educational settings to enhance creativity, promote innovation, and facilitate inclusion.
Speakers: Manar Hammoud and Maya Maddah (Teach from Lebanon)
9:00 – 9:45 PM
Option 2
Youth Got Talent Festival
Witness the extraordinary talent of young performers from across the globe as they showcase a diverse range of artistic expressions at the Youth Got Talent Festival.
Performers: Youth Leaders from global Special Olympics Programs.
Greenwich Mean Time (UTC+0:00)
12:00 – 12:45 PM
Option 1
Panel: Youth Voices for Inclusion in Education
The second day of the Virtual Summit opens with a panel discussion that features youth leaders from Special Olympics programs worldwide, as they emphasize the significance of incorporating youth voice into conversations around fostering inclusive school environments..
Facilitator: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl
Speakers: Chang Wang and Yuchu Zhou (Unified Pair from SO China), Kadidiatou Diallo and Idrissa Sonko (Unified Pair from SO Senegal), Thanya Monserrat Gehrmann López, and Aline María Constanza Chavez (Unified Pair from SO Paraguay).
12:45 – 1:30 PM
Option 1
Leading Across Generations
In this session, both youth and educators will learn strategies for fostering inclusive school environments through intergenerational leadership, promoting collaboration and cross-generational mentorship.
Speakers: Global Nomads: Shahvir Bhujwala, Simran Nagpal, Katinka Lennemann, Jonathan Kamohelo Motubatse, Rainy Lu, and Sophia Bispo
Special Olympics: Shashwat Agarwal and Sagar Kapoor (Unified Pair from SO Bharat), Bakre Roudani and Yassine Tahr (Unified Pair from SO Morocco).
1:30 – 2:30 PM
Option 1
Connecting with Your Special Olympics Region: Breakouts
In this session participants will engage with other youth and educators from their regions, fostering connections and exchanging ideas.
Participating Regions: Special Olympics Africa, Special Olympics Latin America, Special Olympics Middle East North Africa, Special Olympics North America
2:30 – 3:30 PM
Option 1
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Youth
Youth Session
In this session, youth will gain valuable skills for leadership, focusing on cultivating inclusive mindsets and behaviors.
Speakers: Sky Riley, Ian Tanti and Sean Farrugia (Unified Pair from SO Malta), Amy Mariela Ramírez Estrada and Gabriela Patricia Velásquez Rodríguez (Unified Pair from SO El Salvador), Kate Gonzalez and Samuel Lara (Unified Pair from SO Southern California)
2:30 – 3:30 PM
Option 1
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Educators
Educator Session
In this session, educators will have the opportunity to learn more about “Inclusive Mindsets and Behaviors”, a framework for defining, understanding, teaching, and fostering inclusion.
Speakers: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl and Jennifer Donahue
3:30 – 4:30 PM
Option 1
Experiences of Inclusion
In this session, two young people will share their ideas and experiences about promoting inclusive school environments with educators and youth.
Speakers: Maria José Carranza & Nir Shrestha (Global Partnership for Education)
10:00 – 10:45 PM
Option 2
Panel: Youth Voices for Inclusion in Education
The second day of the Virtual Summit opens with a panel discussion that features youth leaders from Special Olympics programs worldwide, as they emphasize the significance of incorporating youth voice into conversations around fostering inclusive school environments..
Facilitator: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl
Speakers: Chang Wang and Yuchu Zhou (Unified Pair from SO China), Kadidiatou Diallo and Idrissa Sonko (Unified Pair from SO Senegal), Thanya Monserrat Gehrmann López, and Aline María Constanza Chavez (Unified Pair from SO Paraguay).
10:45 – 11:30 PM
Option 2
Leading Across Generations
In this session, both youth and educators will learn strategies for fostering inclusive school environments through intergenerational leadership, promoting collaboration and cross-generational mentorship.
Speakers: Global Nomads: Shahvir Bhujwala, Simran Nagpal, Katinka Lennemann, Jonathan Kamohelo Motubatse, Rainy Lu, and Sophia Bispo
Special Olympics: Shashwat Agarwal and Sagar Kapoor (Unified Pair from SO Bharat), Bakre Roudani and Yassine Tahr (Unified Pair from SO Morocco).
11:30 – 12:30 AM
Option 2
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Youth
Youth Session
In this session, youth will gain valuable skills for leadership, focusing on cultivating inclusive mindsets and behaviors.
Speakers: Sky Riley, Ian Tanti and Sean Farrugia (Unified Pair from SO Malta), Amy Mariela Ramírez Estrada and Gabriela Patricia Velásquez Rodríguez (Unified Pair from SO El Salvador), Kate Gonzalez and Samuel Lara (Unified Pair from SO Southern California)
11:30 – 12:30 AM
Option 2
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Educators
Educator Session
In this session, educators will have the opportunity to learn more about “Inclusive Mindsets and Behaviors”, a framework for defining, understanding, teaching, and fostering inclusion.
Speakers: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl and Jennifer Donahue
12:30 – 1:30 AM
Option 2
Experiences of Inclusion
In this session, two young people will share their ideas and experiences about promoting inclusive school environments with educators and youth.
Speakers: Maria José Carranza & Nir Shrestha (Global Partnership for Education)
Cairo Standard Time (UTC+2:00)
2:00 – 2:45 PM
Option 1
Panel: Youth Voices for Inclusion in Education
The second day of the Virtual Summit opens with a panel discussion that features youth leaders from Special Olympics programs worldwide, as they emphasize the significance of incorporating youth voice into conversations around fostering inclusive school environments..
Facilitator: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl
Speakers: Chang Wang and Yuchu Zhou (Unified Pair from SO China), Kadidiatou Diallo and Idrissa Sonko (Unified Pair from SO Senegal), Thanya Monserrat Gehrmann López, and Aline María Constanza Chavez (Unified Pair from SO Paraguay).
2:45 – 3:30 PM
Option 1
Leading Across Generations
In this session, both youth and educators will learn strategies for fostering inclusive school environments through intergenerational leadership, promoting collaboration and cross-generational mentorship.
Speakers: Global Nomads: Shahvir Bhujwala, Simran Nagpal, Katinka Lennemann, Jonathan Kamohelo Motubatse, Rainy Lu, and Sophia Bispo
Special Olympics: Shashwat Agarwal and Sagar Kapoor (Unified Pair from SO Bharat), Bakre Roudani and Yassine Tahr (Unified Pair from SO Morocco).
3:30 – 4:30 PM
Option 1
Connecting with Your Special Olympics Region: Breakouts
In this session participants will engage with other youth and educators from their regions, fostering connections and exchanging ideas.
Participating Regions: Special Olympics Africa, Special Olympics Latin America, Special Olympics Middle East North Africa, Special Olympics North America
4:30 – 5:30 PM
Option 1
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Youth
Youth Session
In this session, youth will gain valuable skills for leadership, focusing on cultivating inclusive mindsets and behaviors.
Speakers: Sky Riley, Ian Tanti and Sean Farrugia (Unified Pair from SO Malta), Amy Mariela Ramírez Estrada and Gabriela Patricia Velásquez Rodríguez (Unified Pair from SO El Salvador), Kate Gonzalez and Samuel Lara (Unified Pair from SO Southern California)
4:30 – 5:30 PM
Option 1
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Educators
Educator Session
In this session, educators will have the opportunity to learn more about “Inclusive Mindsets and Behaviors”, a framework for defining, understanding, teaching, and fostering inclusion.
Speakers: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl and Jennifer Donahue
5:30 – 6:30 PM
Option 1
Experiences of Inclusion
In this session, two young people will share their ideas and experiences about promoting inclusive school environments with educators and youth.
Speakers: Maria José Carranza & Nir Shrestha (Global Partnership for Education)
12:00 – 12:45 AM
Option 2
Panel: Youth Voices for Inclusion in Education
The second day of the Virtual Summit opens with a panel discussion that features youth leaders from Special Olympics programs worldwide, as they emphasize the significance of incorporating youth voice into conversations around fostering inclusive school environments..
Facilitator: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl
Speakers: Chang Wang and Yuchu Zhou (Unified Pair from SO China), Kadidiatou Diallo and Idrissa Sonko (Unified Pair from SO Senegal), Thanya Monserrat Gehrmann López, and Aline María Constanza Chavez (Unified Pair from SO Paraguay).
12:45 – 1:30 AM
Option 2
Leading Across Generations
In this session, both youth and educators will learn strategies for fostering inclusive school environments through intergenerational leadership, promoting collaboration and cross-generational mentorship.
Speakers: Global Nomads: Shahvir Bhujwala, Simran Nagpal, Katinka Lennemann, Jonathan Kamohelo Motubatse, Rainy Lu, and Sophia Bispo
Special Olympics: Shashwat Agarwal and Sagar Kapoor (Unified Pair from SO Bharat), Bakre Roudani and Yassine Tahr (Unified Pair from SO Morocco).
1:30 – 2:30 AM
Option 2
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Youth
Youth Session
In this session, youth will gain valuable skills for leadership, focusing on cultivating inclusive mindsets and behaviors.
Speakers: Sky Riley, Ian Tanti and Sean Farrugia (Unified Pair from SO Malta), Amy Mariela Ramírez Estrada and Gabriela Patricia Velásquez Rodríguez (Unified Pair from SO El Salvador), Kate Gonzalez and Samuel Lara (Unified Pair from SO Southern California)
1:30 – 2:30 AM
Option 2
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Educators
Educator Session
In this session, educators will have the opportunity to learn more about “Inclusive Mindsets and Behaviors”, a framework for defining, understanding, teaching, and fostering inclusion.
Speakers: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl and Jennifer Donahue
2:30 – 3:30 AM
Option 2
Experiences of Inclusion
In this session, two young people will share their ideas and experiences about promoting inclusive school environments with educators and youth.
Speakers: Maria José Carranza & Nir Shrestha (Global Partnership for Education)
Indian Standard Time (UTC+5:30)
5:30 – 6:15 PM
Option 1
Panel: Youth Voices for Inclusion in Education
The second day of the Virtual Summit opens with a panel discussion that features youth leaders from Special Olympics programs worldwide, as they emphasize the significance of incorporating youth voice into conversations around fostering inclusive school environments..
Facilitator: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl
Speakers: Chang Wang and Yuchu Zhou (Unified Pair from SO China), Kadidiatou Diallo and Idrissa Sonko (Unified Pair from SO Senegal), Thanya Monserrat Gehrmann López, and Aline María Constanza Chavez (Unified Pair from SO Paraguay).
6:15 – 7:00 PM
Option 1
Leading Across Generations
In this session, both youth and educators will learn strategies for fostering inclusive school environments through intergenerational leadership, promoting collaboration and cross-generational mentorship.
Speakers: Global Nomads: Shahvir Bhujwala, Simran Nagpal, Katinka Lennemann, Jonathan Kamohelo Motubatse, Rainy Lu, and Sophia Bispo
Special Olympics: Shashwat Agarwal and Sagar Kapoor (Unified Pair from SO Bharat), Bakre Roudani and Yassine Tahr (Unified Pair from SO Morocco).
7:00 – 8:00 PM
Option 1
Connecting with Your Special Olympics Region: Breakouts
In this session participants will engage with other youth and educators from their regions, fostering connections and exchanging ideas.
Participating Regions: Special Olympics Africa, Special Olympics Latin America, Special Olympics Middle East North Africa, Special Olympics North America
8:00 – 9:00 PM
Option 1
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Youth
Youth Session
In this session, youth will gain valuable skills for leadership, focusing on cultivating inclusive mindsets and behaviors.
Speakers: Sky Riley, Ian Tanti and Sean Farrugia (Unified Pair from SO Malta), Amy Mariela Ramírez Estrada and Gabriela Patricia Velásquez Rodríguez (Unified Pair from SO El Salvador), Kate Gonzalez and Samuel Lara (Unified Pair from SO Southern California)
9:00 – 10:00 PM
Option 1
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Educators
Educator Session
In this session, educators will have the opportunity to learn more about “Inclusive Mindsets and Behaviors”, a framework for defining, understanding, teaching, and fostering inclusion.
Speakers: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl and Jennifer Donahue
9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Option 1
Experiences of Inclusion
In this session, two young people will share their ideas and experiences about promoting inclusive school environments with educators and youth.
Speakers: Maria José Carranza & Nir Shrestha (Global Partnership for Education)
3:30 – 4:15 AM
Option 2
Panel: Youth Voices for Inclusion in Education
The second day of the Virtual Summit opens with a panel discussion that features youth leaders from Special Olympics programs worldwide, as they emphasize the significance of incorporating youth voice into conversations around fostering inclusive school environments..
Facilitator: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl
Speakers: Chang Wang and Yuchu Zhou (Unified Pair from SO China), Kadidiatou Diallo and Idrissa Sonko (Unified Pair from SO Senegal), Thanya Monserrat Gehrmann López, and Aline María Constanza Chavez (Unified Pair from SO Paraguay).
4:15 – 5:00 AM
Option 2
Leading Across Generations
In this session, both youth and educators will learn strategies for fostering inclusive school environments through intergenerational leadership, promoting collaboration and cross-generational mentorship.
Speakers: Global Nomads: Shahvir Bhujwala, Simran Nagpal, Katinka Lennemann, Jonathan Kamohelo Motubatse, Rainy Lu, and Sophia Bispo
Special Olympics: Shashwat Agarwal and Sagar Kapoor (Unified Pair from SO Bharat), Bakre Roudani and Yassine Tahr (Unified Pair from SO Morocco).
5:00 – 6:00 AM
Option 2
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Youth
Youth Session
In this session, youth will gain valuable skills for leadership, focusing on cultivating inclusive mindsets and behaviors.
Speakers: Sky Riley, Ian Tanti and Sean Farrugia (Unified Pair from SO Malta), Amy Mariela Ramírez Estrada and Gabriela Patricia Velásquez Rodríguez (Unified Pair from SO El Salvador), Kate Gonzalez and Samuel Lara (Unified Pair from SO Southern California)
5:00 – 6:00 AM
Option 2
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Educators
Educator Session
In this session, educators will have the opportunity to learn more about “Inclusive Mindsets and Behaviors”, a framework for defining, understanding, teaching, and fostering inclusion.
Speakers: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl and Jennifer Donahue
6:00 – 7:00 AM
Option 2
Experiences of Inclusion
In this session, two young people will share their ideas and experiences about promoting inclusive school environments with educators and youth.
Speakers: Maria José Carranza & Nir Shrestha (Global Partnership for Education)
Hong Kong Time (UTC+8:00)
8:00 – 8:45 PM
Option 1
Panel: Youth Voices for Inclusion in Education
The second day of the Virtual Summit opens with a panel discussion that features youth leaders from Special Olympics programs worldwide, as they emphasize the significance of incorporating youth voice into conversations around fostering inclusive school environments..
Facilitator: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl
Speakers: Chang Wang and Yuchu Zhou (Unified Pair from SO China), Kadidiatou Diallo and Idrissa Sonko (Unified Pair from SO Senegal), Thanya Monserrat Gehrmann López, and Aline María Constanza Chavez (Unified Pair from SO Paraguay).
8:45 – 9:30 PM
Option 1
Leading Across Generations
In this session, both youth and educators will learn strategies for fostering inclusive school environments through intergenerational leadership, promoting collaboration and cross-generational mentorship.
Speakers: Global Nomads: Shahvir Bhujwala, Simran Nagpal, Katinka Lennemann, Jonathan Kamohelo Motubatse, Rainy Lu, and Sophia Bispo
Special Olympics: Shashwat Agarwal and Sagar Kapoor (Unified Pair from SO Bharat), Bakre Roudani and Yassine Tahr (Unified Pair from SO Morocco).
9:30 – 10:30 PM
Option 1
Connecting with Your Special Olympics Region: Breakouts
In this session participants will engage with other youth and educators from their regions, fostering connections and exchanging ideas.
Participating Regions: Special Olympics Africa, Special Olympics Latin America, Special Olympics Middle East North Africa, Special Olympics North America
10:30 – 11:30 PM
Option 1
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Youth
Youth Session
In this session, youth will gain valuable skills for leadership, focusing on cultivating inclusive mindsets and behaviors.
Speakers: Sky Riley, Ian Tanti and Sean Farrugia (Unified Pair from SO Malta), Amy Mariela Ramírez Estrada and Gabriela Patricia Velásquez Rodríguez (Unified Pair from SO El Salvador), Kate Gonzalez and Samuel Lara (Unified Pair from SO Southern California)
10:30 – 11:30 PM
Option 1
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Educators
Educator Session
In this session, educators will have the opportunity to learn more about “Inclusive Mindsets and Behaviors”, a framework for defining, understanding, teaching, and fostering inclusion.
Speakers: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl and Jennifer Donahue
11:30 PM – 12:30 AM
Option 1
Experiences of Inclusion
In this session, two young people will share their ideas and experiences about promoting inclusive school environments with educators and youth.
Speakers: Maria José Carranza & Nir Shrestha (Global Partnership for Education)
6:00 – 6:45 AM
Option 2
Panel: Youth Voices for Inclusion in Education
The second day of the Virtual Summit opens with a panel discussion that features youth leaders from Special Olympics programs worldwide, as they emphasize the significance of incorporating youth voice into conversations around fostering inclusive school environments..
Facilitator: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl
Speakers: Chang Wang and Yuchu Zhou (Unified Pair from SO China), Kadidiatou Diallo and Idrissa Sonko (Unified Pair from SO Senegal), Thanya Monserrat Gehrmann López, and Aline María Constanza Chavez (Unified Pair from SO Paraguay).
6:45 – 7:30 AM
Option 2
Leading Across Generations
In this session, both youth and educators will learn strategies for fostering inclusive school environments through intergenerational leadership, promoting collaboration and cross-generational mentorship.
Speakers: Global Nomads: Shahvir Bhujwala, Simran Nagpal, Katinka Lennemann, Jonathan Kamohelo Motubatse, Rainy Lu, and Sophia Bispo
Special Olympics: Shashwat Agarwal and Sagar Kapoor (Unified Pair from SO Bharat), Bakre Roudani and Yassine Tahr (Unified Pair from SO Morocco).
7:30 – 8:30 AM
Option 2
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Youth
Youth Session
In this session, youth will gain valuable skills for leadership, focusing on cultivating inclusive mindsets and behaviors.
Speakers: Sky Riley, Ian Tanti and Sean Farrugia (Unified Pair from SO Malta), Amy Mariela Ramírez Estrada and Gabriela Patricia Velásquez Rodríguez (Unified Pair from SO El Salvador), Kate Gonzalez and Samuel Lara (Unified Pair from SO Southern California)
7:30 – 8:30 AM
Option 2
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Educators
Educator Session
In this session, educators will have the opportunity to learn more about “Inclusive Mindsets and Behaviors”, a framework for defining, understanding, teaching, and fostering inclusion.
Speakers: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl and Jennifer Donahue
8:30 – 9:30 AM
Option 2
Experiences of Inclusion
In this session, two young people will share their ideas and experiences about promoting inclusive school environments with educators and youth.
Speakers: Maria José Carranza & Nir Shrestha (Global Partnership for Education)
Vladivostok Time (UTC+10:00)
10:00 – 10:45 PM
Option 1
Panel: Youth Voices for Inclusion in Education
The second day of the Virtual Summit opens with a panel discussion that features youth leaders from Special Olympics programs worldwide, as they emphasize the significance of incorporating youth voice into conversations around fostering inclusive school environments..
Facilitator: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl
Speakers: Chang Wang and Yuchu Zhou (Unified Pair from SO China), Kadidiatou Diallo and Idrissa Sonko (Unified Pair from SO Senegal), Thanya Monserrat Gehrmann López, and Aline María Constanza Chavez (Unified Pair from SO Paraguay).
10:45 – 11:30 PM
Option 1
Leading Across Generations
In this session, both youth and educators will learn strategies for fostering inclusive school environments through intergenerational leadership, promoting collaboration and cross-generational mentorship.
Speakers: Global Nomads: Shahvir Bhujwala, Simran Nagpal, Katinka Lennemann, Jonathan Kamohelo Motubatse, Rainy Lu, and Sophia Bispo
Special Olympics: Shashwat Agarwal and Sagar Kapoor (Unified Pair from SO Bharat), Bakre Roudani and Yassine Tahr (Unified Pair from SO Morocco).
11:30 PM – 12:30 AM
Option 1
Connecting with Your Special Olympics Region: Breakouts
In this session participants will engage with other youth and educators from their regions, fostering connections and exchanging ideas.
Participating Regions: Special Olympics Africa, Special Olympics Latin America, Special Olympics Middle East North Africa, Special Olympics North America
11:30 – 12:30 AM
Option 1
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Youth
Youth Session
In this session, youth will gain valuable skills for leadership, focusing on cultivating inclusive mindsets and behaviors.
Speakers: Sky Riley, Ian Tanti and Sean Farrugia (Unified Pair from SO Malta), Amy Mariela Ramírez Estrada and Gabriela Patricia Velásquez Rodríguez (Unified Pair from SO El Salvador), Kate Gonzalez and Samuel Lara (Unified Pair from SO Southern California)
12:30 – 1:30 AM
Option 1
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Educators
Educator Session
In this session, educators will have the opportunity to learn more about “Inclusive Mindsets and Behaviors”, a framework for defining, understanding, teaching, and fostering inclusion.
Speakers: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl and Jennifer Donahue
1:30 – 2:30 AM
Option 1
Experiences of Inclusion
In this session, two young people will share their ideas and experiences about promoting inclusive school environments with educators and youth.
Speakers: Maria José Carranza & Nir Shrestha (Global Partnership for Education)
8:00 – 8:45 AM
Option 2
Panel: Youth Voices for Inclusion in Education
The second day of the Virtual Summit opens with a panel discussion that features youth leaders from Special Olympics programs worldwide, as they emphasize the significance of incorporating youth voice into conversations around fostering inclusive school environments..
Facilitator: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl
Speakers: Chang Wang and Yuchu Zhou (Unified Pair from SO China), Kadidiatou Diallo and Idrissa Sonko (Unified Pair from SO Senegal), Thanya Monserrat Gehrmann López, and Aline María Constanza Chavez (Unified Pair from SO Paraguay).
8:45 – 9:30 AM
Option 2
Leading Across Generations
In this session, both youth and educators will learn strategies for fostering inclusive school environments through intergenerational leadership, promoting collaboration and cross-generational mentorship.
Speakers: Global Nomads: Shahvir Bhujwala, Simran Nagpal, Katinka Lennemann, Jonathan Kamohelo Motubatse, Rainy Lu, and Sophia Bispo
Special Olympics: Shashwat Agarwal and Sagar Kapoor (Unified Pair from SO Bharat), Bakre Roudani and Yassine Tahr (Unified Pair from SO Morocco).
9:30 – 10:30 AM
Option 2
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Youth
Youth Session
In this session, youth will gain valuable skills for leadership, focusing on cultivating inclusive mindsets and behaviors.
Speakers: Sky Riley, Ian Tanti and Sean Farrugia (Unified Pair from SO Malta), Amy Mariela Ramírez Estrada and Gabriela Patricia Velásquez Rodríguez (Unified Pair from SO El Salvador), Kate Gonzalez and Samuel Lara (Unified Pair from SO Southern California)
9:30 – 10:30 AM
Option 2
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Educators
Educator Session
In this session, educators will have the opportunity to learn more about “Inclusive Mindsets and Behaviors”, a framework for defining, understanding, teaching, and fostering inclusion.
Speakers: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl and Jennifer Donahue
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Option 2
Experiences of Inclusion
In this session, two young people will share their ideas and experiences about promoting inclusive school environments with educators and youth.
Speakers: Maria José Carranza & Nir Shrestha (Global Partnership for Education)
Eastern Standard Time (UTC-4:00)
8:00 – 8:45 AM
Option 1
Panel: Youth Voices for Inclusion in Education
The second day of the Virtual Summit opens with a panel discussion that features youth leaders from Special Olympics programs worldwide, as they emphasize the significance of incorporating youth voice into conversations around fostering inclusive school environments..
Facilitator: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl
Speakers: Chang Wang and Yuchu Zhou (Unified Pair from SO China), Kadidiatou Diallo and Idrissa Sonko (Unified Pair from SO Senegal), Thanya Monserrat Gehrmann López, and Aline María Constanza Chavez (Unified Pair from SO Paraguay).
8:45 – 9:30 AM
Option 1
Leading Across Generations
In this session, both youth and educators will learn strategies for fostering inclusive school environments through intergenerational leadership, promoting collaboration and cross-generational mentorship.
Speakers: Global Nomads: Shahvir Bhujwala, Simran Nagpal, Katinka Lennemann, Jonathan Kamohelo Motubatse, Rainy Lu, and Sophia Bispo
Special Olympics: Shashwat Agarwal and Sagar Kapoor (Unified Pair from SO Bharat), Bakre Roudani and Yassine Tahr (Unified Pair from SO Morocco).
9:30 – 10:30 AM
Option 1
Connecting with Your Special Olympics Region: Breakouts
In this session participants will engage with other youth and educators from their regions, fostering connections and exchanging ideas.
Participating Regions: Special Olympics Africa, Special Olympics Latin America, Special Olympics Middle East North Africa, Special Olympics North America
10:30 – 11:30 AM
Option 1
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Youth
Youth Session
In this session, youth will gain valuable skills for leadership, focusing on cultivating inclusive mindsets and behaviors.
Speakers: Sky Riley, Ian Tanti and Sean Farrugia (Unified Pair from SO Malta), Amy Mariela Ramírez Estrada and Gabriela Patricia Velásquez Rodríguez (Unified Pair from SO El Salvador), Kate Gonzalez and Samuel Lara (Unified Pair from SO Southern California)
10:30 – 11:30 AM
Option 1
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Educators
Educator Session
In this session, educators will have the opportunity to learn more about “Inclusive Mindsets and Behaviors”, a framework for defining, understanding, teaching, and fostering inclusion.
Speakers: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl and Jennifer Donahue
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Option 1
Experiences of Inclusion
In this session, two young people will share their ideas and experiences about promoting inclusive school environments with educators and youth.
Speakers: Maria José Carranza & Nir Shrestha (Global Partnership for Education)
6:00 – 6:45 PM
Option 2
Panel: Youth Voices for Inclusion in Education
The second day of the Virtual Summit opens with a panel discussion that features youth leaders from Special Olympics programs worldwide, as they emphasize the significance of incorporating youth voice into conversations around fostering inclusive school environments..
Facilitator: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl
Speakers: Chang Wang and Yuchu Zhou (Unified Pair from SO China), Kadidiatou Diallo and Idrissa Sonko (Unified Pair from SO Senegal), Thanya Monserrat Gehrmann López, and Aline María Constanza Chavez (Unified Pair from SO Paraguay).
6:45 – 7:30 PM
Option 2
Leading Across Generations
In this session, both youth and educators will learn strategies for fostering inclusive school environments through intergenerational leadership, promoting collaboration and cross-generational mentorship.
Speakers: Global Nomads: Shahvir Bhujwala, Simran Nagpal, Katinka Lennemann, Jonathan Kamohelo Motubatse, Rainy Lu, and Sophia Bispo
Special Olympics: Shashwat Agarwal and Sagar Kapoor (Unified Pair from SO Bharat), Bakre Roudani and Yassine Tahr (Unified Pair from SO Morocco).
7:30 – 8:30 PM
Option 2
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Youth
Youth Session
In this session, youth will gain valuable skills for leadership, focusing on cultivating inclusive mindsets and behaviors.
Speakers: Sky Riley, Ian Tanti and Sean Farrugia (Unified Pair from SO Malta), Amy Mariela Ramírez Estrada and Gabriela Patricia Velásquez Rodríguez (Unified Pair from SO El Salvador), Kate Gonzalez and Samuel Lara (Unified Pair from SO Southern California)
7:30 – 8:30 PM
Option 2
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Educators
Educator Session
In this session, educators will have the opportunity to learn more about “Inclusive Mindsets and Behaviors”, a framework for defining, understanding, teaching, and fostering inclusion.
Speakers: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl and Jennifer Donahue
8:30 – 9:30 PM
Option 2
Experiences of Inclusion
In this session, two young people will share their ideas and experiences about promoting inclusive school environments with educators and youth.
Speakers: Maria José Carranza & Nir Shrestha (Global Partnership for Education)
Panama City, Panama (UTC-5:00)
7:00 – 7:45 AM
Option 1
Panel: Youth Voices for Inclusion in Education
The second day of the Virtual Summit opens with a panel discussion that features youth leaders from Special Olympics programs worldwide, as they emphasize the significance of incorporating youth voice into conversations around fostering inclusive school environments..
Facilitator: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl
Speakers: Chang Wang and Yuchu Zhou (Unified Pair from SO China), Kadidiatou Diallo and Idrissa Sonko (Unified Pair from SO Senegal), Thanya Monserrat Gehrmann López, and Aline María Constanza Chavez (Unified Pair from SO Paraguay).
7:45 – 8:30 AM
Option 1
Leading Across Generations
In this session, both youth and educators will learn strategies for fostering inclusive school environments through intergenerational leadership, promoting collaboration and cross-generational mentorship.
Speakers: Global Nomads: Shahvir Bhujwala, Simran Nagpal, Katinka Lennemann, Jonathan Kamohelo Motubatse, Rainy Lu, and Sophia Bispo
Special Olympics: Shashwat Agarwal and Sagar Kapoor (Unified Pair from SO Bharat), Bakre Roudani and Yassine Tahr (Unified Pair from SO Morocco).
8:30 – 9:30 AM
Option 1
Connecting with Your Special Olympics Region: Breakouts
In this session participants will engage with other youth and educators from their regions, fostering connections and exchanging ideas.
Participating Regions: Special Olympics Africa, Special Olympics Latin America, Special Olympics Middle East North Africa, Special Olympics North America
9:30 – 10:30 AM
Option 1
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Youth
Youth Session
In this session, youth will gain valuable skills for leadership, focusing on cultivating inclusive mindsets and behaviors.
Speakers: Sky Riley, Ian Tanti and Sean Farrugia (Unified Pair from SO Malta), Amy Mariela Ramírez Estrada and Gabriela Patricia Velásquez Rodríguez (Unified Pair from SO El Salvador), Kate Gonzalez and Samuel Lara (Unified Pair from SO Southern California)
9:30 – 10:30 AM
Option 1
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Educators
Educator Session
In this session, educators will have the opportunity to learn more about “Inclusive Mindsets and Behaviors”, a framework for defining, understanding, teaching, and fostering inclusion.
Speakers: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl and Jennifer Donahue
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Option 1
Experiences of Inclusion
In this session, two young people will share their ideas and experiences about promoting inclusive school environments with educators and youth.
Speakers: Maria José Carranza & Nir Shrestha (Global Partnership for Education)
5:00 – 5:45 PM
Option 2
Panel: Youth Voices for Inclusion in Education
The second day of the Virtual Summit opens with a panel discussion that features youth leaders from Special Olympics programs worldwide, as they emphasize the significance of incorporating youth voice into conversations around fostering inclusive school environments..
Facilitator: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl
Speakers: Chang Wang and Yuchu Zhou (Unified Pair from SO China), Kadidiatou Diallo and Idrissa Sonko (Unified Pair from SO Senegal), Thanya Monserrat Gehrmann López, and Aline María Constanza Chavez (Unified Pair from SO Paraguay).
5:45 – 6:30 PM
Option 2
Leading Across Generations
In this session, both youth and educators will learn strategies for fostering inclusive school environments through intergenerational leadership, promoting collaboration and cross-generational mentorship.
Speakers: Global Nomads: Shahvir Bhujwala, Simran Nagpal, Katinka Lennemann, Jonathan Kamohelo Motubatse, Rainy Lu, and Sophia Bispo
Special Olympics: Shashwat Agarwal and Sagar Kapoor (Unified Pair from SO Bharat), Bakre Roudani and Yassine Tahr (Unified Pair from SO Morocco).
6:30 – 7:30 PM
Option 2
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Youth
Youth Session
In this session, youth will gain valuable skills for leadership, focusing on cultivating inclusive mindsets and behaviors.
Speakers: Sky Riley, Ian Tanti and Sean Farrugia (Unified Pair from SO Malta), Amy Mariela Ramírez Estrada and Gabriela Patricia Velásquez Rodríguez (Unified Pair from SO El Salvador), Kate Gonzalez and Samuel Lara (Unified Pair from SO Southern California)
6:30 – 7:30 PM
Option 2
Inclusive Mindsets & Behaviors for Educators
Educator Session
In this session, educators will have the opportunity to learn more about “Inclusive Mindsets and Behaviors”, a framework for defining, understanding, teaching, and fostering inclusion.
Speakers: Dr. Jacqueline Jodl and Jennifer Donahue
7:30 – 8:30 PM
Option 2
Experiences of Inclusion
In this session, two young people will share their ideas and experiences about promoting inclusive school environments with educators and youth.
Speakers: Maria José Carranza & Nir Shrestha (Global Partnership for Education)
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