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Community Impact

Egyptian President Honors 2017 World Games Athletes

By Noha Gaballah, May 02, 2017
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President Abdel Fattah El Sisi recognized athletes as they brought home an impressive 5 medals in 2017 World Winter Games in Austria.
Community Impact

Special Olympics Switzerland Teams at FIBA Open 2017

By Irene Nanculaf, July 03, 2017
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The biggest grassroots basketball event in Switzerland, FIBA Open 2017, took over courts in Mies in June.
Community Impact

Law Enforcement Officer Wins Jefferson Award

By Leigh Lowery, March 29, 2018
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Sgt. Marcus Rhodes was recognized for his dedication to the Torch Run for Special Olympics and his local area program.
Community Impact

Special Olympics Russia Athletes Realized a Dream

By Fiona Hynes, July 14, 2017
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The athletes' dream became a reality when they served as flag bearers at the recent FIFA Confederations Cup 2017.
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Showcasing Special Olympics at Global Sports Media Conference

By Fiona Hynes, May 15, 2017
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The world of sports journalism was reminded of the power and importance of the Special Olympics at a conference in South Korea.
Community Impact

A Very Special Eunice Kennedy Shriver Day in Malawi

By Felix Chisowa, August 07, 2017
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The message of Eunice Kennedy Shriver and Special Olympics has a very special place in one of Africa’s smallest countries.
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Medicine Hat Game Left a Lasting Legacy

By Katherine Dalusong, January 02, 2018
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The 2017 Special Olympics Alberta Summer Games left a permanent (good) mark with the local Special Olympics program.
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On the Margins of the Margins: The Story of Abdullah Najim

By Ecem Acar, November 29, 2017
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Abdullah Najim is a 19-year-old refugee from Iraq. He is also a Special Olympics gold medal winner athlete!
In the News

Light Up the World for Special Olympics!

By Fiona Hynes, April 16, 2018
Australian Landmarks Light Up Red for the Special Olympics 50th Anniversary
Special Olympics is calling on Europe Eurasia to light up red in a global show of inclusion this July. Special Olympic celebrates the 50 years of our movement this summer. To mark this major milestone, Special Olympics is asking everyone to Light Up for Inclusion! On July 20th, 2018 landmarks, stadia and iconic buildings around the world will turn red in a global act of unity. This exciting event will be global demonstration of tolerance, respect and a celebration of difference. Lighting up red for inclusion will help bring urgency and awareness for the inclusion for people with intellectual disabilities all over the world. David Evangelista, President and Managing Director, Special Olympics Europe Eurasia, is encouraging programmes to get involved: "As one of the largest regions, we are hoping that SOEE programmes answer this call and nominate a landmark and engage a contact to confirm a willingness to take part in the initiative." Find out more email fhynes@specialolympics.org
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.
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