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Special Olympics Advocates: Don’t Leave This Community Out of Mental Health Discussions

Two women having a conversation. The woman on the left stands and listens as the woman on the right speaks and holds a stress ball.
The following is an excerpt from The Healthy by Reader’s Digest article, “Special Olympics Advocates: Don’t Leave This Community Out of Mental Health Discussions” on what effective mental health care looks like for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and why inclusion needs to be part of the solution.
Athletes

From Namibia to Turin: A Journey of Resilience and Dreams

An athlete wears a blue uniform and swings his leg to warm up for a sporting event.
Special Olympics Namibia's journey to the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 was more than just a flight across continents–it was a leap toward new experiences, self-belief, and a future filled with expanded possibilities.
In the News

Special Olympics Athletes Enhance Skills with Coaching at Professional Clubs

Two players tackling each other for the ball on a pitch with branding for the Special Champions League behind them.
Through the Special Champions League project, funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union, eight professional football clubs developed teams for almost 550 athletes with intellectual disabilities.
Athletes

Alex Leimsider’s Journey from Budapest to Judo Gold

Judoka Alex Leimsider wears a judogi while he poses for a photo with mountains in the background
At just 17 years old, the Special Olympics Hungary judoka topped the podium at the Special Olympics Judo Festival in Switzerland.
Athletes

A Full Court of Smiles, Special Olympics Iraq Learns the Importance of Oral Health at Special Olympics Healthy Athletes®

A group of athletes smile and hold medals after winning a floorball match.
For the Special Olympics Iraq floorball team, success isn’t just measured by earning medals, it’s also about taking every opportunity to improve their health.
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Reflecting on the Special Olympics World Winter Games

By Susan Wang, June 23, 2025
A female Special Olympics athlete stands with an otter mascot. They both have their thumbs up and are standing in a large arena.
I had the honour and privilege of experiencing my first Special Olympics World Winter Games as a Sargent Shriver Global Messenger (SSGM) during the 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin, Italy, March 8-15. These Games were truly the best experience ever and one that I will cherish forever.
Community Impact

Special Olympics Africa Region Uses Education to Expand Inclusive Sport

A group of people playing with a parachute in a gymnasium.
This Mandela Day, Special Olympics is spotlighting the importance of sport and education in the Special Olympics Africa Region as it creates opportunities for those with and without intellectual disabilities to experience the benefits of sport as it pertains to health, well-being, and fitness.
Athletes

Special Olympics Europe Eurasia Youth Leadership Council Elects New Members

Special Olympics Finland golfer Wivan Atrila smiles to the camera
New generation of changemakers from across the region is ready to champion youth empowerment for the 2025 – 2026 period.
Athletes

World Refugee Day 2025: Polina Finds Meaning Through Sport in Romania

A young girl faces the camera holding a medal and a small bunch of flowers.
13-year-old Polina from Ukraine struggled with her new life when she first arrived in Romania but, with the support of teachers, friends and Special Olympics, she began to thrive. Polina now enjoys a full life of art and sport—even achieving bronze at the recent Special Olympics Romania National Games!
Community Impact

Women in Sport Webinar Series Report Insights

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The Women in Sport webinar series, presented by Aerie Real Foundation took place on the 13, 15 and 19 May to shine a light on the experiences and insights of inspirational women in sports.
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