Special Olympics European Summer Games 2014

A celebration of courage, inclusion and the limitless power of the human spirit.

The show unfolded as a touching journey titled “Believe”, telling the story of a young woman with an intellectual disability. From her first moments as a baby to her blossoming into a confident young adult, she explores the world around her — guided not by prejudice or fear, but by curiosity, trust, and resilience.

Through the magic of movement, music, light, and symbolism, her story weaves through the universal language of sport — where each challenge becomes a stepping stone, and every competition a mirror of inner strength. Her path is not defined by limitations, but by discovery, friendship, and self-belief.

In front of a live audience of thousands — and countless others watching across Europe — the ceremony radiated a single, unifying message:
Believe in yourself, believe in others, and a more inclusive world is possible.