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Malachie

Malachie sitting on a football with young children surrounding him.
Malachie was found in a dark room, chained to a pole in a Tanzanian refugee camp. His life was changed when he was brought out of isolation and introduced to Special Olympics Unified Sports.

Special Olympics prioritizes Health Care with Healthy Athletes

Special Olympics prioritizes Health Care with Healthy Athletes
In 1997, Special Olympics Healthy Athletes® began offering free health screenings and education to Special Olympics athletes in a welcoming, fun environment. Since then, we have delivered over 2 million free health screenings and trained close to 300,000 health professionals and students to treat people with intellectual disabilities. Moreover, Special Olympics Programs have been able to expand their reach of Healthy Athletes, by offering 123,896 screenings since 2016 in new locations or in new disciplines. Dr. Alicia Bazzano is the Chief Health Officer for Special Olympics. Dr. Bazzano was generous with her time and gave FanSided a guided tour through the health screening that each athlete is afforded. The program has been in place for over 20 years and continues to expand in scope.
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Agents Of Inclusion: Episode Twenty-Four

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Before the pros hit the field in the Unified All-Star Game, athletes from both sides join JR to talk about their experience. MLS Works partnered with Coca-Cola to sponsor this event.
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Special Olympics Floorball Fans in the Stands

Special Olympics Floorball Fans in the Stands
The Italian fans were on the edge of their seats as Special Olympics Italy edged out Special Olympics Germany 4 to 3 during a floorball match at the Winter World Games 2025 in Turin, Italy.
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Cheers for Champions: Alexandrea Rutledge, Special Olympics USA

Cheers for Champions: Alexandrea Rutledge, Special Olympics USA
Join us in cheering for champions like Alexandrea Rutledge as she takes on cross-country skiing at the Special Olympics World Winter Games #Turin2025!
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IRR: Loretta Claiborne

IRR: Loretta Claiborne
Download the TranscriptShe’s competed in 30 marathons, placing in the top 100 of the Boston Marathon twice. She’s earned her black belt in karate and completed triathlons. She knows the power of commitment and what it takes to, literally, go the distance. Special Olympics Chief Inspiration Officer Loretta Claiborne will do anything it takes to cross the finish line, and her unwavering advocacy for people with intellectual disabilities reflects that same determination.Read the Article
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IRR: Kyle & Brent Pease

IRR: Kyle & Brent Pease
Download the TranscriptOn this episode of Inclusion Revolution Radio, we are highlighting the power of perseverance, partnership, and possibility in a conversation between host Novie Craven and brothers Kyle and Brent Pease, world-renowned push-assist athletes, disability advocates, and co-founders of The Kyle Pease Foundation.Read the Full Article
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Congrats Jennifer LaCapra, 2020 Special Olympics North America Outstanding Coach!

Congrats Jennifer LaCapra, 2020 Special Olympics North America Outstanding Coach!
There are over 147,000 volunteer coaches who dedicate their time towards providing quality sport opportunities for athletes across the SONA Region. Congrats Coach Jennifer LaCapra, 2020 SONA Outstanding UCS Coach! This is the first year we’ve awarded the honor of SONA Outstanding Coach to two recipients.READ ARTICLE
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Building Bridges: Interacting with Adults Who Have Developmental Disabilities

Building Bridges: Interacting with Adults Who Have Developmental Disabilities
Adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers share stories about their interactions with healthcare professionals.
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Bullying Prevention: How do you stand up for those you care about? Part 1

Bullying Prevention: How do you stand up for those you care about? Part 1
Aliyas Sargento, SO Alaska; Izzy McKamey, SO Washington; Austin Fellman, SO Minnesota; Chloe Johnson, SO Colorado; Greta Clausen, SO New Jersey; Hannah Huddleson, SO Pennsylvania; Anisha Chopra, SO Ohio;
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