Special Olympics athletes have skills and knowledge that go well beyond sports! Our new expert tip video series will help you learn about a range of helpful and popular topics.
Cole shares his experiences working on the new, ABC hit television show, Stumptown.
This month we celebrate inclusion in the workplace! Check out stories about athlete leaders who are making meaningful contributions on the job and corporations making inclusion a priority in the workplace.
October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month. Get to know Margot, Special Olympics Senior Director of Health Operations, and her daughter Hannah.
By playing and leading together, we are creating an inclusive and welcoming world for all!
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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.Stay In TouchSee inspiring stories, photos and videos in our Special Olympics monthly newsletter.
As the world rallies around Global Handwashing Day, it is important to bring awareness to those who face barriers and challenges around hygiene and handwashing.2 Min Read
Our 1.5 million volunteers are the backbone of the Special Olympics movement.6 Min Read
My life has come full circle. So many of the challenges I used to have, I have overcome.5 Min Read
Special Olympics offers many ways to take part. There are short-term and long-term volunteer opportunities, the option of playing Unified Sports and to become a Special Olympics athlete.
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Special Olympics athlete leader Bobby Jones, who works at Special Olympics headquarters, asks CEO Mary Davis a few questions about the importance of inclusion in the workplace.1:34
“I developed an anger inside of myself. But my saving grace was this thing that I wanted to be an athlete. And there was this thing called “Special Olympics.” With these words, Loretta Claiborne summarized what had made all the difference in her life.1 Min Read
Dr. Timothy Shriver represented Special Olympics at the CDC Public Health Grand Rounds in Atlanta on 15 October—a monthly scientific presentation featuring the important work that CDC is doing in the United States and around the world to protect people and save lives.1 Min Read
To make it easier for Special Olympics athletes to access lower cost, high-quality care, MinuteClinic is working with Special Olympics to provide sports physicals at a discounted rate.1 Min Read
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