Special Olympics athletes spoke at the United Nations Conference of States Parties to the CRPD on 10 June.
Dive into Summer and Washington, D.C.'s National Harbor waters on June 23, 2019
Everybody gets a chance to shine at CO/LAB, where people of all abilities come together and express themselves through inclusive theater arts.
Messengers made quite the positive impact at Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019.
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Everybody gets a chance to shine at CO/LAB, where people of all abilities come together and express themselves through inclusive theater arts. Actors from all backgrounds discover their individual voices and develop meaningful connections as they put on the performance of a lifetime.5:26
On June 10th, Special Olympics will hold the first-ever all athlete led panel at the United Nations1 Min Read
Over 100 law enforcement officers and Special Olympics athletes, the Guardians of the Flame, carried the Flame of Hope, throughout all seven of the United Arab Emirates before safely delivering it to the Opening Ceremony in Abu Dhabi.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.
As the first anniversary of Special Olympics’ milestone partnership with Stavros Niarchos Foundation draws closer, our teams traveled together to Serbia to explore the impact of the collaboration in schools across the country.1 Min Read
SHAPE America is the national organization that serves as the voice for 200,000+ health and physical education professionals across the nation.1 Min Read
On Saturday, May 11, 2019, Special Olympics Illinois hosted the 12th Annual Inspire Greatness Gala at the Fairmont Chicago.1 Min Read
The United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities gives people with intellectual disabilities the inalienable right to health care of the highest standards.4 Min Read
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