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Find Special Olympics Near Me
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We are helping to make the world a better, healthier and more joyful place—one athlete, one volunteer, one family member at a time.
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What We Do
What We Do
Sports
Special Olympics supports over 5 million athletes, unified partners, coaches and volunteers with over 30 Olympic-type sports.
Sport and Competition
Local and international year-round sports training and athletic competitions.
Inclusive Health
Improving the health and well-being of people with intellectual disabilities.
Youth & Schools
Empowering Youth Leaders, educators, coaches, and families to build inclusive schools and communities for all.
Inclusive Leadership
Unleashing leadership potential in people of all abilities.
The Revolution Is Inclusion
A peaceful campaign to end discrimination of people with intellectual disabilities.
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Learn more about the power Special Olympics has to make real change around the world.
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Hear about Special Olympics impact from around the world.
Always On
Videos showcasing the Special Olympics movement around the globe.
Inclusion Revolution Radio
An athlete led podcast featuring athletes, partners, ambassadors, employees, and supporters of Special Olympics.
Novie Knows
Novie Knows, a subseries of Inclusion Revolution Radio, serves as an unscripted platform for host Novie Craven to provide her perspective, as a Special Olympics athlete, on the topics of her choosing.
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Events
Events
Unified Football World Cup
Paris, France to host the third edition of the Unified Football World Cup from 6 – 11 July 2026.
Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027
From October 16 – 25 2027, Santiago will welcome thousands of athletes, families, and fans from around the globe to celebrate unity, inclusion, and the power of sport.
Special Olympics World Winter Games Switzerland 2029
From March 10 – 17 2029, athletes will unleash the human spirit through the transformative power and joy of sport in Switzerland.
World Games Schedule and Results
Competition schedule, athlete schedule, and results.
Host an Event
Learn more about hosting an international Special Olympics event.
USA Games 2026
June 20 – 26, 2026 the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games will unite 3,000 athletes, 1,500 coaches, 10,000 volunteers, and 75,000 fans from all 50 states in Minnesota.
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Special Olympics 12 Days of Inclusion
The 12 Days of Inclusion section lead video.
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2022 Unified Cup : Draw Explainer
Max Hinga and Lourin Sprenger explain how Unified Cup Draw Ceremony will work this May - an exciting event that will set the group matches for the start of this amazing event!Visit Unified Cup site
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The Intersection Between Badminton & Autism
World Autism Awareness Day is celebrated around the world on 2 April and designated by the United Nations to highlight the need to help improve the quality of life of those with autism so they can lead full and meaningful lives as an integral part of society.
Special Olympics Podcast: Inclusion Revolution Radio
Inclusion Revolution Radio Podcast Host, Novie Craven, Interviews The Chin Twins
Special Olympics DC athlete and Inclusion Revolution Radio Podcast Host Novie Craven recently caught up with Kimmy and Chrissy Chin—better known as The Chin Twins—for an exciting interview as they launch their self-titled show on The Design Network. Together, they discussed their favorite colors, yoga poses, and a few more fun things in between.Read the Full Article
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Challenge Expectations 💯
Through the power of our athletes and our sports, Special Olympics is building a new world of health, unity and empowerment. Let Special Olympics athletes know you’re with them by pledging to support the
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Special Olympics Youth Leaders Continue Eunice Kennedy Shriver's Legacy of Inclusion
For International Day of Persons with Disabilities we asked Special Olympics Youth Leaders around the world to share how they continue Eunice Kennedy Shriver's legacy of inclusion.
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Ending Health Disparities for People with Intellectual Disabilities
Health inequality for people with intellectual disabilities (ID) is rampant. As a direct result of being pushed to the back of the line and underserved by the health care system, people with ID are dying up to 20 times sooner than the general population, often from preventable conditions such as constipation or seizures. Enough is enough.
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MLB Network Talks About Launch of Latest Special Olympics Fitness Campaign Escuela de Fuerza
Special Olympics launched Escuela de Fuerza—a new fitness campaign aimed at Spanish-speaking athletes.
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Back to the Pitch with European Football Week 2021!
Special Olympics European Football Week (EFW), supported by Uefa, kicks off on 23 September with hundreds of grassroots events across 40 countries, all organised with health and safety as a top priority. Show less
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Special Olympics at New York Fashion Week
Photographer Nigel Barker captures the magic of the Special Olympics and Parson’s School of Design collaboration at New York Fashion Week.
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