Cyprus Times

Special Olympics Cyprus Calls for Respectful Statement from Pheidippos Panagiotou

Published January 26, 2026, 11:09
Special Olympics Cyprus Calls for Respectful Statement from Pheidippos Panagiotou

The Cyprus Special Olympics Federation is calling on Pheidippos Panagiotou to issue an official and respectful statement regarding a comment he made on an online show concerning people with intellectual disabilities. The Federation emphasizes that the use of demeaning language is unacceptable and contradicts the principles of equality and inclusion. It highlights the responsibility of public figures for their words and their impact on society. The Federation is committed to continuing to defend the dignity and rights of people with intellectual disabilities.