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Athletes

Lukas Hämmerli and Victoria Kälin Dancing Their Way to Turin 2025

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From schoolmates to dance partners, the Swiss duo is set to represent their country at the Special Olympics World Winter Games in Italy.
Community Impact

Special Olympics and FIS Pen MOU to Celebrate World Snow Day

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On January 19, Special Olympics is celebrating World Snow Day by renewing its MOU with the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS).
Press Releases

Special Olympics International Board of Directors Elects New and Returning Members

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[Washington, D.C. – 27 January 2025] The international Board of Directors for Special Olympics elected new members Amb. Mathilde Mukantabana and Mr. Russell Wolff and returning members Mr. Angelo Moratti and Ms. Loretta Claiborne.
Athletes

Elisa Parutto: Dancing with Passion and Determination

Elisa Parutto, Special Olympics Italy athlete
Through dance, Special Olympics Italia athlete Elisa Parutto transforms her emotions into movement. All she needs is to close her eyes and immerse herself in the choreography, allowing herself to be carried away by the intensity of the music and the rhythm of the song.
Our Words

We Need to Talk About the True Meaning of Inclusion

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Inclusion should be a priority, not something that happens out of pity.
Our Words

My Family’s Gift

By Rekha Das, January 28, 2025
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I have always been very protective and concerned about my younger sister, Sagarika, who was born with an intellectual disability. I feel extremely blessed to have a sister like her.
Our Words

Powerful Words: Challenged by a Moment

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In March of 2009, Tim and co-founder Soeren Palumbo, created this annual day of awareness that continues to be led by passionate young people, Special Olympics athletes and Best Buddies participants across the world.
Community Impact

Greece Commits to Expand Unified Schools Nationwide

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Joining the Special Olympics Global Coalition for Inclusion underscores the European country’s dedication to inclusive education through sports.
In the News

Faces of Inclusion: A Tale of Two Siblings

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Mohamed's journey from facing societal barriers to becoming a champion is a testament to the support of his family and the opportunities provided by sport and Unified Champion Schools.
In the News

Special Olympics Launches Sport Sustainability Framework

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A pioneering new Sports Sustainability Framework (SSF) was launched in November as a key outcome of the Erasmus+ funded Special Olympics Environmental Sustainability Impact project. 
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