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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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Community Impact
Angola Leads the Way in Africa’s Inclusive Movement
Special Olympics Global Coalition for Inclusion gains momentum as key member signs on
Athletes
Stephanie Gott Returns to Italy, the Country That Gave Her a Second Chance at Life
Special Olympics Great Britain figure skater is set to compete at the World Winter Games in Italia, the birthplace of the surgeon who saved her life at 10 days old
In the News
Special Olympics Embarks on Digital Journey to Empower its Athletes
The following is an article by Cio.com on Special Olympics’ Chief Information and Technology Officer, Nathan Cook, and his work to digitalize, modernize, and progress the Special Olympics movement:
In the News
Remembering President Jimmy Carter
President Carter was in office during Special Olympics’ first decade. He and his wife, Rosalynn, were among early supporters who took part in a gala premiere of the blockbuster "Superman: The Movie" as part of a benefit for Special Olympics.
Inclusive Leadership
Special Olympic’s leadership work drives personal and cultural change. First, we build leadership skills in athletes, so they have the opportunity to become leaders within the movement, their communities, and ultimately, teachers of inclusion. Then, through the Unified Leadership approach, athletes educate people without disabilities to improve their behaviors and practices creating more inclusive environments for all.
Athletes
Martim's Football Journey with Special Olympics and Sporting Clube de Portugal
Martim Maia is a Special Olympics Portugal athlete whose life changed when he discovered his love of football. Discover Martim's journey and the perspectives of those around him in this feature video, supported by UEFA.
Athletes
Athlete Leaders of Europe Eurasia: Our 2024 Highlights!
As the year draws to a close, four Athlete Leaders from across our region, Kiera, Margaret, Gilmour and Inge reflect on their highlights from 2024 and look forward to the year to come!
In the News
AI’s Potential in Special Education: A Researcher’s View
This is an excerpt taken from EdWeek.
Blog
Athletes and Youth Leaders Reflect on White House Visit
Of all the celebrations that take place during the holidays, there is one that will forever stand out to the Special Olympics athletes, youth leaders, supporters and staff who attended.
Community Impact
Content for Change: Amy Pohl on Using Humor to Champion Disability Rights
This December, we’re celebrating the spirit of United Nations Human Rights Day and International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
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