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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.
Blog

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.
In the News

Special Olympics Health Messenger David Duncan Gives Opening Remarks at the Launch of the WHO’s Global Initiative on Health Equity for Persons with Disabilities at the United Nations

A man in a conference room sits down in front of a table with a microphone as he speaks to a group of representatives.
Today, Special Olympics is looking back at all the fathers, father-figures, and grandfathers who, through the power of sport, have helped raise, support, coach, and love Special Olympics athletes around the world.
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.
Press Releases

Special Olympics Celebrates One Year Countdown to 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, Announces Three-Year BofA Grant and Platinum Partnership

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[Washington, DC, USA – June 23, 2025] Special Olympics International and Bank of America (BofA) announce a $5 million grant expanding programs that help empower athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to serve as leaders in their communities, seek competitive employment, and realize their full potential.
Special Olympics Toyota bZ Sweepstakes

The Special Olympics Toyota bZ Sweepstakes Official Rules

THE SPECIAL OLYMPICS TOYOTA bZ SWEEPSTAKES (“SWEEPSTAKES”) OFFICIAL RULES (THE “OFFICIAL RULES”)
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