Prison 'Games of Hope' olympics in Italy unite inmates and staff
Organised by the John Paul II foundation for sport, this is the third edition of the “Games of Hope”, over a year after it was held in the men's wing of the…
France 24 reports: Organised by the John Paul II foundation for sport, this is the third edition of the “Games of Hope”, over a year after it was held in the men's wing of the prison in 2025.
Sport has the power to unite, and overcome barriers... In Rome, inmates and prison officers became athletes for the day, and took part in a sort of mini prison olympics.
This sports story centres on Italy. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Games of Hope', Rome and John Paul II.
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- Italy · Europe
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- Games of Hope', Rome, John Paul II, Games of Hope
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