DHL Carries "Flame of Hope" for Law Enforcement Torch Run Around the World to China for the 2007 Special Olympics World Summer Games.DHL DHL abbr. 1. Doctor of Hebrew Letters 2. Doctor of Hebrew Literature Commits to 3-Year Sponsorship of Special Olympics Special Olympics International sports program for people with intellectual disability. It provides year-round training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type summer and winter sports for participants. and its Law Enforcement Torch Run The Law Enforcement Torch Run Campaign to benefit Special Olympics began in 1981 in Wichita, Kansas and is the largest grass-roots fundraising movement for Special Olympics. for 2007 and 2009 World Games
The World Games, first held in 1981, are an international multi-sport event, meant for sports that are not contested in the Olympic Games. SHANGHAI, China -- DHL, the world's leading express and logistics company, today announced a global partnership with Special Olympics International, by providing logistics support for the Law Enforcement Torch Run for the 2007 Special Olympics World Summer Games This article is about the Epyx video game series. For the international multi-sport event, see Summer Olympic Games. Summer Games is a sports video game developed by Epyx and released by U.S. Gold based on sports featured in the Summer Olympic Games. in Shanghai, China, and the 2009 Special Olympics World Winter Games
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The Torch Run is Special Olympics' largest grass-roots fundraiser and public awareness vehicle, with the objective of showcasing the unification of society and the inclusive nature of Special Olympics. For more than 25 years, the Years, The the seven decades of Eleanor Pargiter’s life. [Br. Lit.: Benét, 1109] See : Time "Flame of Hope," which symbolizes the courage and celebrates the diversity represented by the Special Olympics movement, has been traditionally lit in Athens, Greece, and then carried to the site of the Special Olympics World Games The Special Olympics World Games are an international sporting competition for athletes with intellectual disabilities, organized by Special Olympics. Like the Olympic Games and the Paralympic Games, the Special Olympics World Games include summer and winter versions, and . During the 2007 Law Enforcement Torch Run[R], the "Flame of Hope" will be lit on 29 June in the ancient Olympic tradition on the Sacred Site of Pnyx (facing the Acropolis acropolis (əkrŏp`əlĭs) [Gr.,=high point of the city], elevated, fortified section of various ancient Greek cities. The Acropolis of Athens, a hill c.260 ft (80 m) high, with a flat oval top c. of Athens), marking the beginning of the Torch Run. The journey of the flame will begin by a Torch Run of Special Olympics Athletes and law enforcement officers to the Chinese Embassy in Athens. The flame will then travel from Athens around the world for three months before arriving in China for the 2007 Special Olympics World Summer Games, where it will be used to ignite the giant Special Olympics Cauldron at the Opening Ceremony. DHL will leverage its network of hubs and gateways to move the "Flame of Hope" across these cities using a combination of cargo planes and DHL vehicles or boats to ceremony locations in each host city. The three-month global Torch Run is a joint effort of Special Olympics International, the 2007 Special Olympics World Summer Games Steering Committee steer·ing committee n. A committee that sets agendas and schedules of business, as for a legislative body or other assemblage. steering committee Noun and DHL. In the tradition of Special Olympics, the ceremony will be graced by heads of state, international sports figures and celebrities. After the World Summer Games in Shanghai, the 2007 flame will reside at DHL headquarters in tribute to the 2007 Special Olympics World Summer Games. In 2009, the "Flame of Hope" will again be lit in Athens and make its voyage by DHL across the globe to the 2009 Special Olympics Winter Games in Idaho. In addition, DHL is a Global Supporter of Special Olympics International and will also deliver equipment for the Opening Ceremony. A host of activities for DHL staff will be organized at a global level to spur volunteerism, involving employees to create public awareness to promote inclusion and acceptance. DHL employee volunteers, together with their families and customers, will join the athletes and law enforcement officers in the cities where the Torch Runs are held. DHL is an active participant in the global sporting scene and has, over the last 12 months, sponsored several world-renowned sporting events, including NBA NBA abbr. 1. National Basketball Association 2. National Boxing Association NBA (US) n abbr (= National Basketball Association) → Basketball-Dachverband (= , FIFA FIFA International Association Football Federation [French Fédération Internationale de Football Association] FIFA n abbr (= Fédération Internationale de Football Association) → FIFA f World Cup 2006, American "Major League Baseball "MLB" and "Major Leagues" redirect here. For other uses, see MLB (disambiguation) and Major Leagues (disambiguation). Major League Baseball (MLB) is the highest level of play in North American professional baseball. ," Formula One and the New Zealand New Zealand (zē`lənd), island country (2005 est. pop. 4,035,000), 104,454 sq mi (270,534 sq km), in the S Pacific Ocean, over 1,000 mi (1,600 km) SE of Australia. The capital is Wellington; the largest city and leading port is Auckland. Lions Tour. Moving the "Flame of Hope" for Special Olympics and providing logistics support to Special Olympics is another of DHL's contributions to sports. Quotes "DHL's sponsorship endorses Special Olympics as the catalyst for social change by promoting fair opportunities and supporting diversity, which is part of our corporate values. We hope to reinforce the spirit of determination, mental endurance and physical stamina among individuals, including our staff." "Just as the Special Olympics athletes triumph over all obstacles to compete on world stage, DHL is committed to overcome logistics challenges to move the flame around the globe, sharing the vision of hope with the Special Olympics athletes." Dan McHugh, Senior Vice President, Commercial, DHL Express Asia Pacific "We are pleased to tap on our wide network and expertise to carry the `Flame of Hope' across the world to China. This is in line with our First in China strategy which demonstrates our confidence in achieving even better results and delivering our long-term commitment to the Chinese market through enhanced investment and partnership." Jerry Hsu Jerry Hsu (b. December 17, 1981) is a professional skateboarder who was born in, and currently resides in, San Jose, California. He is a member of the San Jose Tilt Mode Army crew. He also has a signature model skateboard deck with Enjoi. , President - Greater China Area, DHL Express Asia Pacific "Special Olympics provides a unique platform for acceptance and inclusion, and the `Flame of Hope's' journey around the world is symbolic of our mission to not only give new hope to Special Olympics athletes and their families, but also to break down barriers and create awareness for social change around the world. "We are pleased to be partnering with DHL to help us honor our athletes for their tremendous courage and commitment -- on the field of play and in every aspect of their lives." Timothy Shriver shrive v. shrove or shrived, shriv·en or shrived, shriv·ing, shrives v.tr. 1. To hear the confession of and give absolution to (a penitent). 2. , Chairman, Special Olympics "Through the partnership with DHL, the Law Enforcement Torch Run will be able to raise awareness for the 2007 Special Olympics World Summer Games among a global audience and deliver the Special Olympics spirit of 'equality, inclusion and acceptance' around the world." "The 2007 Special Olympics World Summer Games in Shanghai will demonstrate empowerment and care given to people with intellectual disabilities by the whole society in China, and let the world hail Special Olympics athletes' courage and achievement." Dr. Derong Shi, Deputy Secretary General, 2007 Special Olympics World Summer Games Steering Committee About DHL DHL is the global market leader of the international express and logistics industry, specializing in providing innovative and customized solutions from a single source. DHL offers expertise in express, air and ocean freight, overland transport, and contract logistic solutions as well as international mail services, combined with worldwide coverage and an in-depth understanding of local markets. DHL's international network links more than 225 countries and territories worldwide with over 300,000 employees dedicated to providing fast and reliable services that exceed customers' expectations. DHL is a Deutsche Post World Net brand. The group generated revenues of more than EU60 billion in 2006. For the latest news and happenings about DHL in Asia Pacific, please visit http://press.ap.dhl.com About Special Olympics Special Olympics is an international nonprofit organization Nonprofit Organization An association that is given tax-free status. Donations to a non-profit organization are often tax deductible as well. Notes: Examples of non-profit organizations are charities, hospitals and schools. dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities to become physically fit, productive and respected members of society through sports training and competition. Founded in 1968 by Eunice Kennedy Shriver Eunice Mary Kennedy Shriver (born July 10, 1921 in Brookline, Massachusetts, U.S.), is a member of the Kennedy family. Her father was Joseph P. Kennedy, Sr., and her mother was Rose Kennedy. , Special Olympics provides year-round sports training and competition to 2.5 million adults and children with intellectual disabilities across 165 countries. The Special Olympics movement offers one of the world's greatest platforms for acceptance and inclusion for all people -- regardless of race, religion, ethnicity or cultural differences. Find out how you can become involved at www.specialolympics.org. About the 2007 Special Olympics World Summer Games The 2007 Special Olympics World Summer Games will be held in Shanghai, People's Republic of China, from 2-11 October 2007. The event will mark the first time the World Summer Games will be held in Asia, and only the second time they will be held outside the United States. In addition to some 7,500 athletes, Special Olympics expects the 2007 World Summer Games to draw 40,000 volunteers, 3,500 event officials and thousands of families, volunteers, spectators and journalists from 167 countries. For more information, please visit: www.2007specialolympics.com Display of registered company names and registration numbers according to Section 144(1A) of the Singapore Companies Act: DHL Express (Singapore) Pte Ltd - Reg no.: 197700524Z DHL Exel Supply Chain (Singapore) Pte Ltd - Reg no.: 199805868N DHL Global Forwarding (Singapore) Pte Ltd - Reg no.: 197000723M DHL Global Forwarding Management (Asia Pacific) Pte Ltd - Reg no.: 199408226H |
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