Stories

Disability Scoop reported on how Special Olympics Unified Sports and Unified Champion Schools are benefiting students with and without intellectual disabilities in an article titled Unified Sports Bring Together Athletes For More Than Wins And Losses. Below is an excerpt.

When the Philippines joined the Global Coalition for Inclusion, it marked a significant milestone for the Asia Pacific region and reinforced a growing commitment to inclusive education. The Coalition welcomes governments to partner with Special Olympics Programs around the world to create public-private partnerships to finance inclusion initiatives.

2018 marks the 15th edition of one of Special Olympics Europe Eurasia's highlight events: European Basketball Week (EBW).

From February 9-10, in Washington, D.C., Special Olympics athletes from 49 U.S. Programs attended more than 365 meetings with their members of Congress, advocating for continued partnership to support the organization’s work in health and education. With just about 250 delegation members in attendance, each of the more than 70 athletes shared their story, connecting with those who represent their states. Some members of Congress and their staff already knew about the Special Olympics, but for others, this was their first direct contact with the organization. It was important for each athlete to be authentic and showcase their individuality.

Meet powerlifter Aegir Ólafsson, whose life has been shaped by his passion for strength, sport, and competition.

The Make Every Race Count campaign was created to help swimmers turn their failure into success.

On World Day for Physical Activity, we’re highlighting Athlete Leaders and a coach who have taken on a variety of leadership roles to empower athletes to stay active year-round. Get to know them!

The sun is shining, the towering mountains frame the horizon, and there’s a sense of excitement in the air. In the crowd, family, friends, and fans cheer loudly because Jeff Greene has arrived at the 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games.

Tom Golisano has once again been named to the Chronicle of Philanthropy’s annual Philanthropy 50 list, ranking 12th among the nation’s leading donors and marking his fifth appearance on the Top 50 list.

Meet Hafiyyan, a Special Olympics badminton player from Malaysia whose lifelong love for the sport has helped him grow in confidence and purpose.

Coaches from across Europe Eurasia gathered in Breda, The Netherlands on 28 February for an enriching and dynamic seminar on short track speed skating, followed by a Special Olympics Netherlands National Short Track Event.

The air was electric in Chur, Switzerland with the signing of the official agreement for the Special Olympics 2029 World Winter Games. In a few short years, Switzerland will play host to the largest sport and philanthropic event in the world featuring 2,500 Special Olympics athletes and Unified Partners. And if the events of this past week are any indication, it’s going to be spectacular.