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Special Olympics is a global movement that unleashes the human spirit through the transformative power and joy of sports, every day around the world. Here's what's happening world wide.

Jason Teitler Named Special Olympics Senior Vice President of Global Communications and Brand

Teitler will lead Special Olympics communications around the world to drive awareness and engagement.
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Dr. Alicia Bazzano Named Special Olympics Chief Health Officer

August 5, 2019 – Washington, DC: Special Olympics has announced Alicia Bazzano, MD, PhD, MPH, as Chief Health Officer. Dr. Bazzano is a pediatrician and public health executive who has dedicated her career to improving the health of people with intellectual disabilities (ID).
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MLS WORKS and ESPN’s 6th Annual Special Olympics Unified Sports® All-Star Soccer Match

Unified Partners to compete in East vs. West All-Star match at ESPN Wide World of Sports as part of MLS All-Star week festivities.
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White House Hosts Special Olympics USA Delegation

Group honored for representing the United States at Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019
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Special Olympics Continues “The Revolution is Inclusion” Campaign and Kicks Off Global Week of Inclusion

During the month of July, Special Olympics is continuing “The Revolution is Inclusion” five-year global campaign targeting the younger generation of Millennials and Centennials by demonstrating that inclusion is all about togetherness.
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Special Olympics Announces New Round of Youth Innovation Projects on World Youth Skills Day

Funding aims to advance the range of youth inspired inclusion projects.
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Board of Directors for 2022 Special Olympics USA Games Announced

Leading board members and stakeholders to ensure outstanding experience for athletes and driving organizational growth across Florida
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Kantar announces global partnership with Special Olympics

Kantar announces its partnership with Special Olympics, the global movement that unleashes the human spirit through the transformative power of inclusion through sport, leadership development, health advocacy, school engagement and youth leadership.
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This Week Thousands of Yogis will Celebrate the Sun During Solstice in Times Square

Mind Over Madness Yoga, Presented By AerieRegistration Is Open For Free All-day Outdoor Yoga Event
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Finish Line Youth Foundation Named Finalist in ESPN’s 2019 Sports Humanitarian Awards

Foundation and Brooks Running Company nominated for Corporate Community Impact Award
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International Basketball Foundation (IBF) and Special Olympics Announce Partnership to Promote Inclusive Sport

Cooperation supported by NBA Legend and Special Olympics Global Ambassador Sam Perkins
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