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In Her Own Words: Sports at the Heart

Special Olympics is a sports organization, first and foremost, and needs to remain that, Eunice says. "Sports is a great oracle for our friends."

Ahmedreza Nasiri, Special Olympics Iran, Badminton Coach

Ahmedreza Nasiri, Special Olympics Iran, Badminton Coach
It is the Special Olympics belief that all athletes are champions, and the purpose of holding sports competitions is to recognize the bravery and abilities of the athletes in our communities. In my role as a Special Olympics coach, Special Olympics Iran athletes taught me about the pivotal role that the Special Olympics athletes play in society.

Sobeys at the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games Thunder Bay 2020

Sobeys at the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games Thunder Bay 2020
This year, members of the Sobeys family attended the Special Olympics Winter Games in Thunder Bay to cheer on athletes and witness their support in action. As a Diamond Sponsor of the Games, Sobeys, through its Safeway banner, supplied healthy meals and snacks to athletes and volunteers.

Special Olympics Switzerland Challenges Us to Get Active!

Special Olympics Switzerland Challenges Us to Get Active!
Special Olympics Switzerland has found a smart and innovative way to keep providing athletes with the training they need—even in our new more restricted reality! The Special Olympics Switzerland Challenge is a new multilingual website and activity hub where athletes can participate in digital training sessions and competitions, no matter where in the world they are!

Sports for Life: Tori's Story

Through sport, Tori is fighting against stats showing that people w/ intellectual disabilities are in poorer health than the general population. She's inspiring everyone to stay healthy, motivated & fit!

Health Inclusion for All

People with intellectual disabilities are dying on average 16 years sooner than the general population—due to preventable health conditions. Don’t leave people with ID behind during this critical time: Join the Revolution for Healthcare Inclusion: JoinTheRevolution.org/pledge.

Timothy Shriver thanks Tom Golisano and the Golisano Foundation for the $30 million gift to expand critical health services globally for people with ID.

Timothy Shriver thanks Tom Golisano and the Golisano Foundation for the $30 million gift to expand critical health services globally for people with ID.
Special Olympics Chairman of the Board Timothy Shriver, took the opportunity to thank Tom Golisano and the Golisano Foundation for the generous gift of $30 million to support the Special Olympics Healthy Communities program.

Howard Masha, athlete leader in Special Olympics Kenya

Howard Masha, a Special Olympics Kenya athlete in Nairobi participates in football and Unified Sports. Through sports Howard was able to built courage, gain confidence, improve his communication, and learn to work as a team. Watch the video and learn more about Howard.

Inclusive Health Must Start From Birth: Violet’s Story

Hear from Karen, who sees the urgent need for acceptance and inclusion: for her daughter—and for every child with intellectual disability. Join the Revolution for Healthcare Inclusion and sign our pledge today! JoinTheRevolution.org/pledge!

A Place for Jorel

Inclusion is a game-changer for parents of toddlers with intellectual disabilities like Jorel, who only hear what their child canNOT do. The inclusive Special Olympics Young Athletes program focuses on all they CAN do, which is A LOT! Join our joyful #InclusionRevolution—please sign the pledge.