Global experts discuss the need for urgent policies, practices and programming.
We celebrate Special Olympics volunteers who continue to keep our athletes active and engaged through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Presentamos una nueva forma de ejerciciarse, con el Jugador de Segunda Base de Nueva York Gleyber Torres y el Catcher de Chicago Willson Contreras.
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Introducing a new way to exercise, featuring New York Second Baseman Gleyber Torres and Chicago Catcher Willson Contreras.
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Introducing a new way to exercise, featuring New York Second Baseman Gleyber Torres and Chicago Catcher Willson Contreras.
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Gerald Mballe Receives the Integration of Refugees Through Sport Award 2021
Advocating for priority access to the vaccine is more important now than ever! People with ID are dying of COVID-19 at much higher rates than the general population.
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Special Olympics launched Faces of Basketball, a unique online-offline activity hub and campaign.1 Min Read
The following is an excerpt from the article, Be Brave: Special Olympics X Parson, published by Style of Sport.1 Min Read
Special Olympics Florida athlete Chris Nikic has had a whirlwind 12 months. Now Chris and his father Nik share their recipe for success in the new book 1% Better: Reaching My Full Potential and How You Can Too.1 Min Read
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Special Olympics hosted Dr. Rachel Levine, Assistant Secretary for Health at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for a Q&A on the COVID-19 vaccine.1 Min Read
Special Olympics is launching a new revamped online merchandise store!1 Min Read
During the 2021-2022 school year, Hasbro and Unified Champion Schools will support 5 national celebrations to honor schools for their achievement in banner recognition.2 Min Read
A short announcement of the Special Olympics Coach Webinar Series 2021, presented by Gallagher.1 Min Read
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