On Disability Day, Omar Fernández allocates Fondo Gadiel to sports inclusion in Special Olympics

Santo Domingo. – On the occasion of this Wednesday, International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the Senatorial Office of the National District reported the delivery of resources from the Gadiel Fund to support the athletes of Special Olympics, Dominican Republic Chapter.

The senator of the National District, Omar Fernández, acknowledged that Dominican society has made progress, but there are areas where the equality of opportunities must continue to be strengthened.

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"Within the country we want to continue building, we have to recognize that there are still Dominicans with particular capabilities who deserve equitable treatment. That is the engine that drives us to act with urgency so that this reality changes," he expressed.

The senator emphasized that the contribution was handled with complete transparency and is exclusively aimed at strengthening the preparation and participation of athletes with intellectual disabilities.

"This contribution is not a personal merit. These funds come from the taxes of Dominicans. Our responsibility is that every peso reaches the right hands and responds to a real need," he affirmed.

Fernández congratulated Special Olympics RD, its organizers, parents and families, and especially the athletes who represent the country with discipline and pride. "You work hard every day and represent the Dominican Republic inside and outside the country. I am deeply proud of you," he said. The senator also called on the population and institutions to choose to include, recalling that investment in dignity, equality, and opportunities transforms lives. "With this contribution, we managed in just one month to match the annual contribution that the organization receives from the central government. This is the difference we seek to generate when we manage resources with transparency and social purpose," he highlighted. During the month of November 2025, the Senatorial Office received $1,058,000.00 in social assistance, which was delivered in its entirety for cases like these.