This month, every dollar will be DOUBLED—Double the laughs. Double the joy. Double the athletes.
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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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For more than 30 years, the biggest names in music, artists like U2, Run-D.M.C., and Madonna, have contributed to the “A Very Special Christmas” album series, the most successful benefit recording in history.5:08
On Friday, November 30th Special Olympics D.C. hosted its 34th Night of Trees Fundraising Gala.1 Min Read
Operation Safeguard, a new initiative to advance and strengthen the protection of people with intellectual disabilities from physical and sexual abuse.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.
With the recent addition of 22 nations, the upcoming Abu Dhabi Special Olympics World Games will be hosting the largest amount of nations in history.1 Min Read
Unified football and judo followed by an official reception at the residence of the President were just some of the highlights of the recent launch of Special Olympics Israel.1 Min Read
WWE announced a partnership with the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019, the biennial global sporting event featuring thousands of athletes with intellectual disabilities.3 Min Read
The Special Olympics Unified Robotics competition, held in Seattle, Washington, encourages students with special needs who are interested in engineering to display their talents while continually emphasizing inclusion and awareness in STEM.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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