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Athletes

Choose to Include in Your Workplace

By Robert Jones, October 25, 2018
Robert "Bobby" Jones leaning over with his hands on a conference room table with a sign that reads "Thank You" sprawled across the table in front of him.
My name is Robert Jones and I work at Special Olympics International.
Athletes

I Am Capable To Do Any Job That I Set My Mind To

By Katy Sanchez, October 30, 2018
Katy Sanchez (R) is holding a small dog and standing next to a colleague that is presenting Katy with an Award of Recognition.
The reason my manager Annie hired me was that she could tell after talking to me that I really love animals and wanted to do something that would help them.
Press Releases

Seun Adigun Announced as Special Olympics Global Ambassador

Professional photos of Seun Adigun in her Under Armour athletic gear. She is looking down and smiling with her hand on her head.
Double Olympian to break barriers and promote inclusion for people with intellectual disabilities.
In the News

Leaders for Inclusion Head for Global Athlete Congress in Santo Domingo

Meet the 8 newest members of the Special Olympics Africa Region’s Input Council Clockwise from top left) Jimmy Masina, Joyce Ramabusa, Brightfield Shadi, Yannick Tano, Tomiwa Adeyemo, Al Sayyed Curumthaullee, Boniface Kimeu, and Nyasha Derera.
The newest members of Africa Region’s Athlete Input Council were elected recently and represent a diverse array of nations.
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Erika Ender Announced as Special Olympics Global Ambassador

Erika Ender smiling for a professional head shot.
Record-breaking composer, singer-song writer to help advance inclusion for people with intellectual disabilities.
Community Impact

Generous Gift Funds Nation’s First Institute to Teach Nurses to Care for People with Developmental Disabilities

Golisano Institute, Fisher College, an athlete, and Special Olympics representatives pose for a group photo.
Tom Golisano, founder of the Golisano Foundation, is a long-time supporter of Special Olympics and its mission to creating inclusive health for people with intellectual disabilities.
Athletes

Daina Shilts Featured in Strive Magazine

Daina Shilts holding up her silver medal at the 2013 Special Olympics.
Daina Shilts can and has become a symbol of leadership in the Inclusion Revolution.
Athletes

No One Can Make Me Feel Less Than

Kiera Byland smiling. Sitting on public transportation, long blond hair and blue eyes.
Guest Submission From Kiera Byland, Special Olympics Great Britain Athlete Leader
Press Releases

Upcoming 2023 World Games, New and Returning Members, and New Founder’s Council

The Board of Directors of Special Olympics International met last week in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic as guests of the First Lady of the Dominican Republic Cándida Montilla de Medina.
Athletes

Remarkable Drive

By Renee Dease, November 27, 2018
Three team players on the field, one coming into the group for an embrace and two give each others a high-five. Additional players are on the field in the background.
In Chicago, one of my responsibilities was to interview athletes, families, and volunteers. As a result, I had the great opportunity to write athlete stories of determination, loyalty, and bravery.
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