Special Olympics Bangladesh (SOBD) successfully organized Young Athletes Training Activities and a Family Awareness Program at Dipto-Simanto Specialized Institute, Peelkhana, Dhaka, on 19 August 2026.

A total of 30 young athletes participated in the Young Athletes activities with the support of their parents and teachers of the Institute. 

Following the Young Athletes session, a Family Awareness Program was held with the participation of 17 parents. The session focused on the importance of physical activity, healthy food and nutrition, adequate hydration, and family support, in line with the Special Olympics FIT 5 guidelines. The session was conducted by Mr. Faruqul Islam, National Director, SOBD. 

The SOBD team was led by Mr. Faruqul Islam, National Director, accompanied by Mr. Shameem Al Mamun, Manager, Sports; Mr. Arindam Pandey, Chief Coordinator; and Mr. Russel, Coordinator. The program was coordinated & assisted by Lt Col Abu Bakar Siddique Saimum, Principal, Dipto Shimanto Specialized Educational Institute, with his school teachers & staff.

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