Special Olympics brought Macy's family hope in a moment of hopelessness. You can do the same for another athlete with intellectual disabilities.
Special Olympics athletes spoke at the United Nations Conference of States Parties to the CRPD on 10 June.
By playing and leading together, we are creating an inclusive and welcoming world for all!
At the Best Buddies Challenge, celebrities like Tom Brady and Guy Fieri work and play alongside people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to show that everybody deserves to be included.
Messengers made quite the positive impact at Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019.
For every Special Olympics athlete in the US, there are 13 more waiting on the sidelines. Will you give them a chance?
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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.
Special Olympics and lifestyle brand Aerie have announced their new partnership that will expand Aerie’s #AerieREAL campaign to include models with intellectual disabilities!4 Min Read
In celebration of Global Week of Inclusion, we are excited to invite you to Level Up for Inclusion! Each day, we ask you take your commitment to inclusion up a notch by participating in the day’s challenge.2 Min Read
“Inclusion teaches everyone love and kindness and empathy.” Join us—and make the world a better place!0:29
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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.Our revolution starts with you. Upload your video, photos and story to add your voice to the unified generation.
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Lavigne focused on helping promote inclusive health for all4 Min Read
ESPN honored one school in Mexico City for their commitment to high standards of inclusion through the Unified Champion School model.2 Min Read
Seven-time world champion and first wrestling superstar to hold a WWE, WCW, and ECW championship belt, Big Show paid a visit to Special Olympics athletes and employees at the Special Olympics headquarters in Washington, DC.1 Min Read
This Olympic Day, Special Olympics celebrates the support of over 660 National Sport Federations and National Olympic Committees that help us bring the transformational power of sport to people with and without intellectual disabilities around the globe!1 Min Read
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