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Presented by: When the Philippines joined the Global Coalition for Inclusion, it marked a significant milestone for the Asia Pacific region and reinforced a growing commitment to inclusive education. The Coalition welcomes governments to partner with Special Olympics Programs around the world to create public-private partnerships to finance inclusion initiatives.

Meet Hafiyyan, a Special Olympics badminton player from Malaysia whose lifelong love for the sport has helped him grow in confidence and purpose.

Jocelyn is a leader whose presence brightens the bowling alley.

Women’s History Month is a time to celebrate the remarkable achievements of women throughout  history who have shaped our past and are shaping our future.

There are 50,739 Athlete Leaders worldwide, with 34.6% more men serving in these roles than women. The Women Play, Women Lead initiative is working to address this issue.

Bhutan’s Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) signed a landmark MoU with Special Olympics Bhutan, outlining a long-term vision to expand Unified Champion Schools® programming.

New CEO David Evangelista, Board Chair Timothy Shriver, Chief of Sport and Competition Louis Lauria, Regional President & Managing Director, Latin America Claudia Echeverry, and Special Olympics Board Member and Athlete Leader, Kiera Byland BEM featured in expansive series of articles.

Across the globe, over 4.6 million Special Olympics athletes and unified partners worldwide benefit from sports programs shaped by the unwavering dedication of Special Olympics coaches. These coaches are the heartbeat of our movement – helping athletes discover their strength, their voice, and their place in society.

Persons with disabilities have the same fundamental right to health as those without disabilities. However, as the World Health Organization Global report on health equity for persons with disabilities points out, many persons with disabilities continue to die earlier, have poorer health, and experience more limitations in their daily functioning than others. This is why disability inclusion in healthcare is especially critical and urgent.

Great leaders leave lasting legacies—not only through direct actions, but through the multiplier effects they generate, inspiring change far beyond their immediate community.

At the 3x3 Basketball World Cup in San Juan, team Australia has been turning heads with its combination of speed, skill, and teamwork—aided by player Jordan McCormick, bringing passion and infectious enthusiasm to every play.

Players and teams across San Juan, Puerto Rico, woke up energised after last night’s spectacular Opening Ceremony that officially launched the first-ever Special Olympics Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cup. From 5 – 7 December, 180 players from 27 countries will take to the courts at Distrito T-Mobile, carrying not only speed and strategy, but a shared purpose that defines Unified Sports.