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Gaelic Games All-Stars Programme Celebrates World Down Syndrome Day
To mark World Down Syndrome Day, RTÉ highlighted the All-Stars Programme, which allows children with additional needs to participate in Gaelic Games. The programme emphasizes ability, enjoyment, and belonging, ensuring every child can participate at their own level.
RTÉ's Dizzy Deliveries featured young Gaelic Games players and Meath legend Vikki Wall, spotlighting the All Stars Programme. The show, which also included USA TV star Rosie O'Donnell, aired on RTÉ KIDSjr YouTube at noon on World Down Syndrome Day. The All Stars Programme offers children with additional needs the opportunity to participate in Gaelic Games in a supportive environment. According to Henry's dad Justin, the Ger's All Stars was established in 2024 to create a safe environment for children with additional needs to participate in team sports. The Ger's All Stars meet every Saturday morning at their Cornelscourt pitch. The episode is available on RTÉ Player.
Key Facts
- RTÉ marked World Down Syndrome Day by featuring the All Stars Programme.
- The All Stars Programme allows children with additional needs to participate in Gaelic Games.
- The programme focuses on ability, enjoyment, and belonging.
- Henry, a member of the Geraldines P Moran GAA club, is a star of the show.
- Meath legend Vikki Wall participated in the Dizzy Deliveries segment.
- USA TV star Rosie O'Donnell appeared as the Maor Uisce.
- Ger's All Stars was set up in 2024 to create a safe environment for children with additional needs.
- Ger's All Stars meet every Saturday morning at their Cornelscourt pitch.