See how our movement is living this year’s theme of “Empowering persons with disabilities and ensuring inclusiveness and equality.”
Special Olympics athletes are world-class athletes and leaders. Join them in the #InclusionRevolution to create a fully inclusive world.
Stories of Special Olympics Athletes Leadership from Around the World.
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In every corner of the earth, Special Olympics is changing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities. These stories come from all around the world.Our revolution starts with you. Upload your video, photos and story to add your voice to the unified generation.
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Unified Sports was inspired by a simple principle: training together and playing together is a quick path to friendship and understanding for athletes with and without intellectual disabilities.5:27
More than 800 NFL players raised money and awareness for organizations supporting various causes by wearing custom cleats during the 2018 regular season.1 Min Read
What a year! Did you know that between 2017 and 2018, almost 90,000 people were involved in Special Olympics health and fitness initiatives across Europe Eurasia? Time to learn more about our exciting and diverse health work!1 Min Read
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About UsThrough the power of sports, people with intellectual disabilities discover new strengths and abilities, skills and success. Our athletes inspire people in their communities and elsewhere to open their hearts to a wider world of human talents and potential.Stay In TouchSee inspiring stories, photos and videos in our Special Olympics monthly newsletter.
My name is Kevin Brown, and I am a Special Olympics athlete from New York. I work for the FBI, and I was recently chosen to serve on the LETR International Executive Council.2 Min Read
Watch the inspirational story of Ahmed and his sisters, who are giving back to society by joining thousands of volunteers in supporting the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019.1 Min Read
This diverse group of accomplished athletes will tip-off in an inclusive game with NBA and WNBA legends and players on February 15.3 Min Read
We are excited to announce that the prinkshop and Special Olympics designs will now be sold on J.Crew Marketplace.1 Min Read
Our Reach
5,169,489
ATHLETES
103,540
COMPETITIONS
1,114,697
VOLUNTEERS
174
COUNTRIES
195,471
ATHLETE HEALTH SCREENINGS
17%
INCREASE IN UNIFIED TEAMMATES
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