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Stavros Niarchos Foundation

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The Stavros Niarchos Foundation and Special Olympics agreed a landmark collaboration in 2018 based on a shared vision to build global social inclusion. The partnership will support Special Olympics’ mission to forge stronger youth engagement worldwide and to transform educational systems through inclusive sport.
Intellectual Disabilities

What is Intellectual Disability?

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Intellectual disability (ID) is a term used to describe a person with certain limitations in cognitive functioning and other skills, including communication and self-care.
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Honoring Frank Gehry

Two men standing behind a Vespa.
The Special Olympics family extends heartfelt condolences to the loved ones of famed architect Frank Gehry, who passed away on 5 December 2025 at the age of 96.
Athletes

Yo soy Boricua, Pa´que tú lo sepas

Young woman on the basketball court
Frances Ocasio, 19-year-old Special Olympics Puerto Rico athlete is proudly representing her island, the host country, at the Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cup. Today she is confident, focused, and determined, but her path to the team was not easy.
Athletes

Unity on the Half-Court: Saudi Arabia’s Journey Unfolds in San Juan 

By Karini Viranna , December 07, 2025
A player tries to grab the ball from another
Special Olympics Saudi Arabia entered the Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cup with a mission grounded in competitive drive.
Athletes

Australia’s Unified 3x3 Team Shows Heart and Hustle

By Karini Viranna , December 07, 2025
A team dressed in yellow and green are huddled together smiling, spectators are in the background.
At the 3x3 Basketball World Cup in San Juan, team Australia has been turning heads with its combination of speed, skill, and teamwork—aided by player Jordan McCormick, bringing passion and infectious enthusiasm to every play.
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FanSided Article Unearths Team Morocco’s Grit

Female athlete takes a jump shot.
Fanside followed their journey in an article titled Morocco makes a statement at the Special Olympics Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cup.
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World Media Takes Notice of Special Olympics Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cup

Puerto Rico player in red runs and dribbles the ball while the Dominican Republic player in blue reaches over to try to steal the ball.
Hearts are still pounding, full of the excitement from the first ever Special Olympics Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cup held in San Juan, Puerto Rico from 5 – 7 December 2025.
Intellectual Disabilities

Down Syndrome

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Down syndrome describes a set of cognitive and physical symptoms that result from having an extra copy or part of a copy of chromosome 21.
Intellectual Disabilities

Other Intellectual Disabilities

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There are many other types of intellectual disabilities—some have known causes, while others remain unknown.
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