https://www.specialolympics.org/regions/special-olympics-europe-eurasia/stories Europe Eurasia Stories Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:54:12 GMT https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/news/european-basketball-week-2019 2018 marks the 15th edition of one of Special Olympics Europe Eurasia's highlight events: European Basketball Week (EBW). Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:54:12 GMT https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/news/european-basketball-week-2019 https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/athletes/from-rural-iceland-to-the-special-olympics-world-games-stage Meet powerlifter Aegir Ólafsson, whose life has been shaped by his passion for strength, sport, and competition. Mon, 06 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/athletes/from-rural-iceland-to-the-special-olympics-world-games-stage https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/impact/move-more-live-healthier-lives-special-olympics-health-messengers-fitness-captains-and-coaches-inspiring-their-communities-to-get-moving On World Day for Physical Activity, we’re highlighting Athlete Leaders and a coach who have taken on a variety of leadership roles to empower athletes to stay active year-round. Get to know them! Sun, 05 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/impact/move-more-live-healthier-lives-special-olympics-health-messengers-fitness-captains-and-coaches-inspiring-their-communities-to-get-moving https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/news/learning-and-development-at-coaches-international-short-track-seminar-in-the-netherlands Coaches from across Europe Eurasia gathered in Breda, The Netherlands on 28 February for an enriching and dynamic seminar on short track speed skating, followed by a Special Olympics Netherlands National Short Track Event. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/news/learning-and-development-at-coaches-international-short-track-seminar-in-the-netherlands https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/news/a-major-swiss-milestone-for-the-2029-world-winter-games The air was electric in Chur, Switzerland with the signing of the official agreement for the Special Olympics 2029 World Winter Games. In a few short years, Switzerland will play host to the largest sport and philanthropic event in the world featuring 2,500 Special Olympics athletes and Unified Partners. And if the events of this past week are any indication, it’s going to be spectacular. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:59:55 GMT https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/news/a-major-swiss-milestone-for-the-2029-world-winter-games https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/athletes/special-olympics-athletes-honour-50th-anniversary-of-nadia-comanecis-perfect-10-at-european-parliament-event Special Olympics athletes, Celine and Ionut, were among guest speakers at a recent special event in the European Parliament to honour the amazing career of Special Olympics Global Ambassador Nadia Comăneci – and the power of inclusive sport. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:07:29 GMT https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/athletes/special-olympics-athletes-honour-50th-anniversary-of-nadia-comanecis-perfect-10-at-european-parliament-event https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/impact/a-week-of-impact-showcasing-inclusive-health-at-special-olympics-ireland-site-visits A weeklong series of site visits across Ireland highlighted innovative partnerships, athlete led initiatives, and institutional leadership advancing inclusive health for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/impact/a-week-of-impact-showcasing-inclusive-health-at-special-olympics-ireland-site-visits https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/news/special-olympics-athletes-to-compete-in-european-aquatics-2026-open-water-events-in-cyprus-and-hungary Organizations deepen their collaboration with events taking place in April and July Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:38:28 GMT https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/news/special-olympics-athletes-to-compete-in-european-aquatics-2026-open-water-events-in-cyprus-and-hungary https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/impact/women-at-the-heart-of-special-olympics-celebrating-womens-history-month 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. Sun, 01 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/impact/women-at-the-heart-of-special-olympics-celebrating-womens-history-month https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/news/women-play-women-lead 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. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:15:22 GMT https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/news/women-play-women-lead https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/impact/special-olympics-new-childrens-book-series-brings-to-life-remarkable-athlete-journeys Illustrated stories invite young readers to the value of inclusion through sports by joining athletes Anca, Eros, Marcel and Stephanie on their journey to World Winter Games Turin 2025. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:38:03 GMT https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/impact/special-olympics-new-childrens-book-series-brings-to-life-remarkable-athlete-journeys https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/impact/unified-by-sport-special-olympics-europe-eurasia-launches-powerful-documentary-trailer-ahead-of-turin-2025-one-year-anniversary Featuring four athletes’ journeys, this EU-supported film showcases the impact of Special Olympics and the enduring legacy of the World Winter Games Tue, 24 Feb 2026 07:28:23 GMT https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/impact/unified-by-sport-special-olympics-europe-eurasia-launches-powerful-documentary-trailer-ahead-of-turin-2025-one-year-anniversary