HQ Function

Serves as the central administrative, strategic, and operational hub for all Special Olympics activities across Ireland. It coordinates national games, volunteer programs, fundraising, communications, and athlete support services.

Notable Features:

Situated within the state-of-the-art Sport Ireland Campus, allowing for collaboration with other national governing bodies of sport and access to excellent facilities.

Work Culture:

A passionate, mission-driven environment focused on inclusion, respect, and the empowerment of athletes. Strong emphasis on teamwork, volunteerism, and community engagement.

HQ Significance:

The HQ is pivotal in driving the organization's mission across the island, ensuring consistent program delivery and advocating for people with intellectual disabilities.

Values Reflected in HQ: The headquarters embodies the values of inclusion, excellence in sports administration, and collaboration, by being co-located with other key Irish sports bodies.

Location:

Special Olympics Ireland operates on an all-island basis, covering both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. It is an accredited programme of the global Special Olympics movement, which operates in nearly 200 countries worldwide. Irish athletes participate in regional (e.g., European) and World Games, representing Ireland on the international stage and connecting with the wider global Special Olympics community.

Street Address:

Sport Ireland National Sports Campus

City:

Blanchardstown, Dublin 15

State/Province:

Co. Dublin

Country:

Ireland