Turin2025: Global Youth Leadership Summit

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.

In this episode, we explore:

• How the 2025 Summit connects with the World Winter Games in Turin and what it means for the future of inclusive leadership.
• The vital role of diversity in shaping leadership and the importance of ensuring every voice is heard.
• The intersection of technology, education, and inclusion through initiatives like Friend2Learn and Unique United.
• Personal stories of resilience and leadership, from overcoming learning disabilities to creating inclusive platforms for people with disabilities.
• The lasting impact of the Summit and how young people are empowering themselves to create a more inclusive world.

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.

Key Questions Discussed:

• What does the theme "The Future Begins with Us" mean for the youth leaders attending the 2025 Special Olympics Global Youth Leadership Summit?
• How can education and technology contribute to fostering inclusivity in both the classroom and the workplace?
• What advice do Louis and Tim have for young people who feel their disabilities might hold them back from leadership roles?
• How do Sky and the Special Olympics team ensure that the Summit empowers participants to take real-world action towards inclusion?

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

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