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History

2010s: Building an Inclusive World

As the movement continues to grow, the joy of Unified Sports is bringing together people with and without intellectual disabilities on every continent. We invite the world to come play with us -- and experience the transformative power of sports!
Athletes

Kevin Brown Joins the Law Enforcement Torch Run’s International Executive Council

By Kevin Brown, January 04, 2019
Kevin stands staring after the softball he just threw with his right hand. His hand is still extended. He has a softball mitt on his left hand.
My name is Kevin Brown, and I am a Special Olympics athlete from New York. I work for the FBI, and I was recently chosen to serve on the LETR International Executive Council.
Community Impact

Special Olympics and UNICEF Celebrate Fathers in Bulgaria!

Two women, one girl and two men stand in front of a Special Olympics banner in a garden setting. The man is holding a red microphone.
Every day of the year, fathers support, encourage and comfort us both on and off the pitch. That’s why Special Olympics and UNICEF Bulgaria joined forces recently to celebrate and reflect on the special role that fathers play.
Athletes

“An Amazing Feeling”—Swimmer Wins Gold, Twice

Taylor Mackenzie showing off her medal.
"Nobody judges me or my disability. It's where I feel happy and can be myself."
Athletes

Nyasha Derera Celebrates the 2023 World Games in Berlin

By Nyasha Derera, October 26, 2023
Nyasha Derera giving a thumbs-up.
The 2023 Special Olympics World Games in Berlin made me feel at home, welcomed, loved, and embraced.
In the News

Minnesota Wins Bid to Host the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games

Four athletes from opposing teams playing floorball.
Thousands of athletes, families and fans will attend the games in June 2026

Shiyu Zhang

Shiyu Zhang, 2023 Global Athlete Congress Participant
Special Olympics China
Press Releases

Special Olympics Confirms Berlin as Host of 2023 World Games

Six Special Olympics representatives standing on stage holding the Berlin signing and posing for group photos.
Berlin, Germany - 30 January 2020: Berlin today became the official host of the 2023 Special Olympics World Games during a ceremony in the German capital.
Youth Voices

Marcelo Gonzalez

Young man on a track, looking up and smiling.
“Why You Shouldn’t Say the R Word”
Media Library

Saturday Evening Post: Hope for Children with Intellectual Disabilities

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How the Kennedy family's experience spurred the fight against a widely misunderstood diagnosis.
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