Shalel went on to win gold in cycling, supporting an impressive medal count of her delegation of Special Olympics Kenya athletes. Through the power of sports, she is able to demonstrate that people with intellectual disabilities possess the strengths, abilities and skills required for success. According to UN reports, as high as 68 per cent of adolescent girls with intellectual disabilities face abuse before the age of 18. Girls with intellectual disabilities deserve better. UNFPA and Special Olympics Kenya have taken up the challenge and are prepared to take a stand.

Source: Standard Digital December 30, 2020 05:48 UTC