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Athletes

Special Olympics Athletes Compete in the Second Challenge Family Triathlon Series

Three images: (Left) athlete swimming; (middle) man walking with his bike; (right) man finishing a run.
The second annual Special Olympics European Triathlon Open Competition, as part of the Challenge Family Triathlon Series and hosted by Special Olympics Slovakia, took place this past weekend 18 – 22 May in Samorin, Slovakia.
Community Impact

Improving Vision and Quality of Life of Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities

An athlete receiving an eye exam.
The 2022 Partnership Report highlights how Cooper Vision, Optometry Giving Sight and Special Olympics continue improving sight and quality of life of individuals with Intellectual Disabilities through Eye Care Practitioner training and screening events in the US and Kenya.
In the News

Fundação Benfica Hosts First Stage of Special Champions League

Footballers and their coaches celebrating and cheering in the Special Champions League football tournament.
Twelve football teams from across Europe participate in the EU-supported event.
In the News

Engel & Völkers Renews Partnership with Special Olympics International

Five people holding a large check.
After celebrating more than $1 million in funds raised, the luxury real estate brand increases sponsorship commitment
In the News

Special Olympics Slovakia Organizes First Ever Safeguarding Seminar

Eva Gazova, National Director of Special Olympics Slovakia, at the Safeguarding Seminar.
Special Olympics Slovakia organized its first ever Safeguarding seminar as part of the Special Olympics Operation Safeguard project, funded by Erasmus+, with 60 participants attending.
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50 Days to go until the start of the Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023

50 Days to go until #Berlin2023
28 April 2023 - In 50 days, Berlin will host the world's largest inclusive sports event with 7,000 athletes from 190 delegations. The biggest multi-sport event in Germany since the 1972 Olympic Games, will kick off with the opening ceremony on June 17 in Berlin's Olympic Stadium.
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Special Olympics Runners and Supporters Run the 127th Boston Marathon

Trent Hampton with arms up in the victory pose above his head after crossing the finish line
On 17 April, Special Olympics runner Trent Hampton took part in the historic 127th Boston Marathon in Boston, Massachusetts.
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Exceptional Parent Magazine Digs into Special Olympics Athlete Eric Massey’s Training Regime and Healthy Lifestyle

Eric Massey standing poolside flexing both arms in the air after one of his heats at a USA Games.
The following is an excerpt from the article titled “Two Billion Steps Later, Athletes Continue Leading the Way on the Road to Fitness” found on page 38 of Exceptional Parent Magazine.
Athletes

World Games Spotlight: Ella Curtis, Great Britain

Young woman on her bike.
It's been a hard road for Ella to become a cycling champion—literally. At age six, she had a traumatic fall from her bike; for years, the fear of falling and of the pain never left her. Ella, who has Down syndrome, was terrified and would shake with fear at even the suggestion of a bike ride.
Athletes

World Games Spotlight: Rehan Ali, Libya

Rehan grew up in a part of Libya where people with Down syndrome face widespread discrimination in education, training, and even medical care. Early on, her family had to cope with stigma and her rejection from society.
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