Inclusion: Everyone can do sport

Transforming lives in a community space

Mexico 68 Olympic Complex (2023-11-22) by Alejandro Rodriguez TorresAlcaldía Benito Juárez

The sports centers of Benito Juárez, Tirso Hernández and the Olympic pool are known for being inclusive community spaces, offering sporting opportunities for everyone, regardless of their abilities.

Benito Juarez Sports Center (2023-11-26) by Alejandro Rodriguez TorresAlcaldía Benito Juárez

Architecture for All

With an inclusive design both architecturally and in terms of signage, these sports centers demonstrate that an accessible environment is essential to encourage sports participation for everyone.

Mexico 68 Olympic Complex, Alejandro Rodriguez Torres, 2023-11-22, From the collection of: Alcaldía Benito Juárez
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Mexico 68 Olympic Complex, Alejandro Rodriguez Torres, 2023-11-22, From the collection of: Alcaldía Benito Juárez
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Mexico 68 Olympic Complex, Alejandro Rodriguez Torres, 2023-11-22, From the collection of: Alcaldía Benito Juárez
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Benito Juarez Sports Center (2023-11-26) by Alejandro Rodriguez TorresAlcaldía Benito Juárez

Integration on the pitch

Seven-a-side soccer for people with different abilities embodies the Mexican sporting spirit at its best.

Mexico 68 Olympic Complex (2023-11-16) by Alejandro Rodriguez TorresAlcaldía Benito Juárez

Adapted spaces

In these sports, the game is a celebration of equal opportunities, showing how an inclusive space can open doors for everyone.

The Titanes team is a beacon of resilience and an inspiration to all athletes.

Benito Juarez Sports Center, Alejandro Rodriguez Torres, 2023-11-26, From the collection of: Alcaldía Benito Juárez
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Benito Juarez Sports Center, Alejandro Rodriguez Torres, 2023-11-26, From the collection of: Alcaldía Benito Juárez
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Benito Juarez Sports Center, Alejandro Rodriguez Torres, 2023-11-26, From the collection of: Alcaldía Benito Juárez
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Mexico 68 Olympic Complex (2023-11-22) by Alejandro Rodriguez TorresAlcaldía Benito Juárez

Synchronized swimming knows no bounds

The Sirenas Especiales are a synchronized swimming team for young people with Down's syndrome that train in the Olympic pool. They have won the hearts of millions, showing that sport transcends all barriers.

Mexico 68 Olympic Complex (2023-11-22) by Alejandro Rodriguez TorresAlcaldía Benito Juárez

The origins of a dream

Their trainer, Paloma Torres, had a clear vision: use synchronized swimming to promote cognitive and social development. Today, they are global role models.

Mexico 68 Olympic Complex (2023-11-22) by Alejandro Rodriguez TorresAlcaldía Benito Juárez

Transforming in the water

For the Sirenas, synchronized swimming is more than a sport—it's a path toward empowerment and self-confidence. It improves their ability to pay attention, as well as their memory and concentration.

Mexico 68 Olympic Complex (2023-11-22) by Alejandro Rodriguez TorresAlcaldía Benito Juárez

Champions in and out of the water

After winning more than 50 medals, they don't just shine on international stages. Their success transcends awards: it is a history of tearing down barriers and changing preconceived ideas about Down syndrome.

Mexico 68 Olympic Complex (2023-11-22) by Alejandro Rodriguez TorresAlcaldía Benito Juárez

Community and sport

The Sirenas Especiales are living proof of how sport can be a powerful tool for inclusion. Through synchronized swimming, they have found a sense of belonging and community in a sporting culture that welcomes them with open arms.

Mexico 68 Olympic Complex (2023-11-22) by Alejandro Rodriguez TorresAlcaldía Benito Juárez

Tearing down barriers

Through the sport, these sports centers have broken down barriers and shattered prejudices, providing a space where athletes of all abilities can shine and grow together.

Mexico 68 Olympic Complex (2023-11-22) by Alejandro Rodriguez TorresAlcaldía Benito Juárez

Sights set on an inclusive future

These sports centers are so much more than just a place for physical activity: they're also centers of social change, where inclusion and diversity are celebrated and fostered for a better future for all.

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