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Community Impact

Special Olympics, UNICEF Hold Inclusive Fun Day in Kosovo

By Martha Jo Braycich, October 03, 2017
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Special Olympics brought together 40 children for an inclusive Young Athletes event on 29 September 2017 in Pristina.
Athletes

Asmaa Naser Eddin Wins Medal for Syria Despite Odds

By Denis Schiopu, AIPS Young Reporter Romania, March 22, 2017
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She fled the bomb zone, and she arrived in a country where dreams come true. Learn what she endured just to train.
Community Impact

2017 World Winter Games Were a Media Hit

By Fiona Hynes, March 31, 2017
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Spreading the Special Olympics message of acceptance and inclusion remains one of our movement's core objectives.
Athletes

Leading the Way in Ireland: Philomena O’Hare

By Ecem Acar, June 20, 2017
Leinster Rugby Welcome Special Olympics Heroes To HQ
Learn how she went from the playing field to membership on the international Special Olympics Sports Rules Advisory Committee.
Athletes

George Fitzgerald's Journey From Athlete to Coach

By Caroline O'Mahony, December 19, 2017
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George Fitzgerald is no stranger to competition. Read about his path from award winning athlete to coach and official.
Athletes

How David Egan Found His Voice Through Sports

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David Egan has always dreamed big. Learn how he is changing attitudes toward people with intellectual disabilities.
Intellectual Disabilities

Fragile X Syndrome

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Fragile X is a genetic condition that affects a person’s development, especially behavior and the ability to learn.
Partners of the Movement

Lions Clubs International Foundation

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Since 2001, the Lions Clubs International Foundation has provided generous support to the Special Olympics movement, expanding the reach and scope of key programs in the areas of health, inclusive sports and community building through inclusive development through service worldwide. Through the “Mission: Inclusion” partnership platform, the Lions Clubs International Foundation and countless Lions Clubs have become a pivotal global partner in the lives of athletes with intellectual disabilities throughout the world.
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The ‘R’-Word Remains Prevalent Across Social Media

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New research shows 7 in every 10 posts are negative toward people with intellectual disabilities and 6 in every 10 posts contain a slur. Special Olympics and Best Buddies continue to ‘Spread the Word to End the Word’ in the Campaign’s 10th Year.
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American University, Special Olympics Collaborate to Advance Research

The collaboration includes research and educational initiatives focused on persons with intellectual disabilities.
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