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The photo shows our employee Georgia Royes during the interview on the topic "Fans in the Stands". She laughs happily and looks in the direction of the interview partner.

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Explained: What exactly are "Fans in the Stands"?

03 March 2023, 09:08

We spoke with our colleague Georgia Royes to learn more about the free fan engagement program "Fans in the Stands". Find out now what makes our program special, why you should sign up soon, and much more.

The photo shows a huge crowd of people. Everyone is cheering in the direction of a large stage.

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Only 100 days to go until the grand Opening Ceremony

09 March 2023, 07:55

There are only 100 days left until the Opening Ceremony of the Special Olympics World Games takes place at Olympiastadion Berlin. A good occasion to give you a look behind the scenes, to wallow in anticipation together and to provide you with the most important infos.

The photo shows the German athlete Robert Herberg and the Olympic champion Katarina Witt posing in front of the S-Bahn decorated in the World Games design.

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Colorful train rolls through Berlin as our ambassador

10 March 2023, 09:21

Berlin and Brandenburg have a new eye-catcher: a fully branded S-Bahn in the design of the Special Olympics World Games is taking off. From now until the end of our event, the colorful train is on regular service as the S5.

The photo shows the Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023 mascot in front of the Brandenburg Tor. It has its arms outstretched and joyful eyes.

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Colorful mascot of #Berlin2023 unveiled

16 March 2023, 08:20

Obviously, a mascot is a must at major sporting events. That is why we are very pleased to present "Unity", the mascot of the Special Olympic World Games Berlin 2023 to you. Find out more about the story behind the creation, how it got its name and about its unveiling.

The photo shows a group of athletes who are participating in the dressing event for the World Games in Berlin. They are all part of TeamSOD and represent Germany.

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Team Germany: 575 people dressed for #Berlin2023

03 April 2023, 17:07

Team Special Olympics Germany (TeamSOD) was successfully dressed for the Special Olympics World Games in Berlin last weekend. The total of 575 delegation members not only received their outfit, but also a large portion of joyful anticipation.

The photo shows our staff member Maximilian Kroeber during the interview on the topic "Working in the LOC". He is looking at the camera and has a smile on his face.

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Explained: What is it like working on the LOC team?

21 April 2023, 12:41

We spoke with Maximilian Kröber, #Berlin2023 staff member and table tennis athlete. We talked about the work in the LOC (Local Organizing Committee), his change of perspective as an athlete to move behind the scenes and the special nature of the Games for athletes.

There are many people and fireworks in the photo. And the lettering 50 days to #Berlin2023

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Only 50 days until the grand Opening Ceremony

28 April 2023, 13:30

In just 50 days, the Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023 will begin with the Opening Ceremony at Olympiastadion in Berlin. We cannot reveal everything about the program yet, but we can reveal a few things: you can look forward to the official Games Song by Madcon, a matching dance, the performance of over 300 artists and much more.

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Symbol of anticipation: official torch design unveiled

02 May 2023, 15:45

The Special Olympics World Game Berlin 2023 Torch was ceremoniously presented in front of Brandenburger Tor in Berlin last Friday. The design includes elements of the #Berlin 2023 logo such as the Berlin Bear, Brandenburger Tor, TV Tower and the heart. The torch run itself not only has a great tradition, but is also a symbol for the starting signal of the Games and creates enormous anticipation.

On the photo, there is a group of people cheering in the stands at a Special Olympics event.

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Last chance! Cheer together as Fans in the Stands

05 May 2023, 17:31

You do not want to miss this: Until 14 May 2023, you can still sign up as a group for our free fan engagement program "Fans in the Stands" and be part of the world's biggest inclusive sports event.

The photo shows the Games stamp. It is colourfully designed and contains elements of the logos

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Check out our colourful #Berlin2023 stamp

11 May 2023, 09:26

Send #Berlin2023 all over the world: This will be possible from June onwards with our special stamp. The colourful eye-catcher was presented yesterday together with the Federal Ministry of Finance (BMF) and Special Olympics Germany and will be available online and at selected Deutsche Post branches from 1 June 2023.