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We are helping to make the world a better, healthier and more joyful place—one athlete, one volunteer, one family member at a time.
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Special Olympics supports over 5 million athletes, unified partners, coaches and volunteers with over 30 Olympic-type sports.
Sport and Competition
Local and international year-round sports training and athletic competitions.
Inclusive Health
Improving the health and well-being of people with intellectual disabilities.
Youth & Schools
Empowering Youth Leaders, educators, coaches, and families to build inclusive schools and communities for all.
Inclusive Leadership
Unleashing leadership potential in people of all abilities.
The Revolution Is Inclusion
A peaceful campaign to end discrimination of people with intellectual disabilities.
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Learn more about the power Special Olympics has to make real change around the world.
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Always On
Videos showcasing the Special Olympics movement around the globe.
Inclusion Revolution Radio
An athlete led podcast featuring athletes, partners, ambassadors, employees, and supporters of Special Olympics.
Novie Knows
Novie Knows, a subseries of Inclusion Revolution Radio, serves as an unscripted platform for host Novie Craven to provide her perspective, as a Special Olympics athlete, on the topics of her choosing.
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Events
Events
Unified Football World Cup
Paris, France to host the third edition of the Unified Football World Cup from 6 – 11 July 2026.
Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027
From October 16 – 24 2027, Santiago will welcome thousands of athletes, families, and fans from around the globe to celebrate unity, inclusion, and the power of sport.
Special Olympics World Winter Games Switzerland 2029
From March 10 – 17 2029, athletes will unleash the human spirit through the transformative power and joy of sport in Switzerland.
World Games Schedule and Results
Competition schedule, athlete schedule, and results.
Host an Event
Learn more about hosting an international Special Olympics event.
USA Games 2026
June 20 – 26, 2026 the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games will unite 3,000 athletes, 1,500 coaches, 10,000 volunteers, and 75,000 fans from all 50 states in Minnesota.
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Rowan University
Rowan University was recognized as a top-five Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools®. Rowan was the first in New Jersey and one of the original collegiate programs in the country to embrace togetherness in sports and education.ESPN's Michele Steele was on hand for Rowan's Unified Basketball game, pep rally and banner presentation to celebrate the honor.
Inclusion Works
A Born Leader: Meet Cindy
Cindy is a Special Olympics athlete who learned to set, reach and exceed her goals through sports. She brings that same determination to the workplace, as she leads an advocacy group for people with intellectual disabilities.
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Special Olympics Asia Pacific Unified Badminton Championship 2019 Bangkok
More than 150 delegates from 14 countries took part in the inaugural Special Olympics Asia Pacific Unified Badminton Championship held in Bangkok, from 13 November to 16 November 2019.
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European Basketball Week in Munich
Special Olympics athlete-coaches from SO Belgium (Tamara) and SO Germany (Andre) made their mark at the Unified Basketball Tournament held in Munich, Germany from 28 – 30 November.
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Macy's Story
When Macy was diagnosed with Down syndrome, Special Olympics brought her family hope in a moment of hopelessness. You can do the same for another athlete with intellectual disabilities. Give Now: http://bit.ly/macy-soi
Inclusion Works
Get Healthy, Eat Healthy—Some Words from the Wise
Poor nutrition can lead to poor health. Challenge yourself to snack healthy & kickstart your journey to better health...with some quick tips from our athletes!
Special Olympics: A Digital Journey - Part 1
With a focus on creating a truly digital Special Olympics community around the world, what are the greatest needs? How do we support this initiative to help athletes, coaches, families and supporters build more innovative interaction and learning experiences? How can our industry embark on this mission to support this global initiative?
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Agents Of Inclusion: Episode One
Renee Manfredi never thought she'd be an athlete. Now she's a multi-sport gold medalist, Female Athlete of the Year, and Global Messenger for Special Olympics! JR Jackson chats with Renee about her incredible journey on Agents of Inclusion.
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Agents Of Inclusion: Episode Nineteen
Lorenzo Tijerina, a health messenger for Special Olympics Texas, joins JR. They discuss Lorenzo's desire to help others, his passion for photography and so much more.
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Agents Of Inclusion: Episode Thirty
Superstar athlete Monty Briggs and coach Chad Williams join JR for the Agents of Inclusion Podcast. The three discuss Monty's favorite memories of winning the State Championship and what inspires him to be great.
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