On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast Series: “A Recap of Turin 2025,” Daniel Smrokowski sits down with sits down with three remarkable leaders who are paving the way for a more inclusive world: Sky Riley, Senior Manager of Global Youth and Education at Special Olympics, Louis Kleemeyer and Tim Pietrowski from the Global Youth Leadership Council. Together, they provide insight into the 2025 Special Olympics Global Youth Leadership Summit in Turin, Italy, which brought together young leaders from over 20 countries to advance inclusivity and challenge harmful stereotypes.
We dive into the Summit’s key theme, "The Future Begins with Us," and discuss how youth, both with and without intellectual disabilities, are stepping up to become the next generation of leaders. With an emphasis on inclusivity, Louis and Tim share how their own journeys have led them to advocate for people with disabilities, while Sky reflects on the growth and impact of the Summit over the years.
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Whether you're passionate about disability inclusion, leadership, or just looking for ways to make a difference in your community, this episode will inspire you to take action and help shape the future of inclusion.
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Don’t miss this powerful conversation on how inclusive leadership is shaping the future! Tune in to learn how YOU can help create a more inclusive world.
Episode 769 ShowNotes & Links: SpecialChronicles.com/Podcast769
About the Podcast Host:
.Daniel Smrokowski is a columnist and the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Special Chronicles, which has released over 750 episodes in over 15 years. In recognition of these accomplishments, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through media to give people with disabilities a voice. Read more about Daniel HERE