teamspecial · a bracelet with impact
Sport unites. Everyone.
With #TEAMSPECIAL, this connection becomes visible.
A bracelet that says: I am part of it.
The story
The #TEAMSPECIAL bracelet is more than an accessory.
With the #TEAMSPECIAL bracelet, together with Raiffeisen, we are sending a strong, visible message in support of an inclusive world of sport in which people with and without disabilities have their place.
The designer
Swiss designer Julian Zigerli designed the bracelet. His sister Martina works at Werk Uster and regularly takes part in sporting events organised by Special Olympics Switzerland.
Developed from a personal story with a clear message: Sport unites. Everyone
Image source: © Michael Sieber
Meaning
Wearing the bracelet shows:
- I believe in sport for all
- I stand for togetherness
#TEAMSPECIAL makes visible what connects us.
Raiffeisen × Special Olympics Switzerland
Wear the bracelet — and support sport for everyone.
Net proceeds from the sale of the bracelet go directly to Special Olympics Switzerland, so that sport for everyone also includes people with intellectual disabilities and they are part of Swiss sport.
The movement in numbers
This many people are already part of #TEAMSPECIAL
people wear the #TEAMSPECIAL bracelet
By the World Games 2029, #TEAMSPECIAL will grow step by step into a strong symbol of lived inclusion in Switzerland.
Swiss design · Swiss quality
A bracelet that carries values.
The #TEAMSPECIAL bracelet was designed by Swiss fashion designer Julian Zigerli and produced in Switzerland. From fibre to finishing.
- Cotton from certified organic farming
- Processed by Urs Landis Strickwaren in Turgi
- Finished by people with intellectual disabilities
- Net proceeds go directly to Special Olympics Switzerland
Vision through 2029
From the National Games to the World Games.
2026
Ignite the first spark
The bracelet is distributed to athletes & coaches. It is available here.
Sport unites becomes visible.
2027–2028
Community grows visibly
More and more people, ambassadors, fans, coaches and athletes wear #TEAMSPECIAL in everyday life.
2029
Symbol of inclusion
At the World Games, #TEAMSPECIAL is a well-known, visible sign — worn by people with and without disabilities throughout Switzerland.
Join in. Pass it on.
Become part of #TEAMSPECIAL.
By purchasing the bracelet, you support Special Olympics so that sport for everyone also includes people with intellectual disabilities.
Sport unites. Everyone.
Available at Raiffeisen branches and via Special Olympics Switzerland.