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Devin Booker Finish Line All For 1

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In the News

Special Olympics Chairman, Tim Shriver receives the 2026 Laetare Medal

Dr. Timothy Shriver, Chairman of Special Olympics, was the recipient of the 2026 Laetare Medal at University of Notre Dame’s 181st University Commencement Ceremony on May 17, 2026.
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Coaches teach the skills and spirit that define a true athlete. Coaches are role models and character-builders. Learn more about becoming a Special Olympics Coach.
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Partnerships and Health Systems

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Special Olympics partners with ministries and departments of health, United Nations agencies and other international organizations to create sustainable health systems and quality health services inclusive of people with intellectual disabilities around the world.
Community Impact

SHAPE Florida Member Attends USA Games

By RJ Nealon, May 19, 2022
A group of Special Olympics flag football athletes practice on a field.
Amy Selvey, an active member of SHAPE America, uses the skills and resources received from SHAPE to help her coach Special Olympics Florida athletes.

Meet Macy

Macy, a young athlete, runs on a track
From Young Athlete to Summer Games Medalist
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Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027 Logo Unveiled

Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027 logo
[Santiago, Chile - 26 January 2026] Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027 revealed the event logo, a powerful, multifaceted symbol reflecting the dynamism of the global movement and the Chilean spirit.

Miguel Francois Jeannot

Miguel Francois Jeannot, 2023 Global Athlete Congress Participant
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sportanddev: Paris to Host the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup 2026

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The following is an excerpt from sportanddev’s article, detailing the upcoming 2026 Unified Football World Cup in Paris and sharing the excitement from sponsors and Special Olympics leadership.
Athletes

A Conversation with Loretta Claiborne About Racial Injustice

By RJ Nealon, July 16, 2020
Loretta on stage at a 50th celebration.
Loretta Claiborne always fought for equal rights growing up. It started as a young child and transitioned into her role as Chief Inspiration Officer for Special Olympics and as a member of the board of directors. During a time of sizable racial divide in the 1960s, she had to fight for inclusion because of her skin color, but also because she had different abilities. A fight she keeps alive to this day.
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