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IRR: Mary Davis, Special Olympics CEO

It’s here! 🎙️ Celebrate International Day of Persons with Disabilities with a new episode of Inclusion Revolution Radio, sponsored by The Coca-Cola Company. Host Novie Craven sits down with Mary Davis, CEO of Special Olympics, to discuss her journey from Ireland to leading a global movement for inclusion. Mary shares insights on advocacy, impact, and what’s ahead as she prepares for retirement.

From Workshop to Workforce

In 2019, following the Unified Leadership launch in Dublin, the ADIDAS Latin America regional office invited Special Olympics to speak with one of their DEI employee resource groups about intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Special Olympics Wishes You a Happy Mother’s Day

Happy Mother’s Day to all moms and mom-figures around the world of the athletes, coaches, volunteers, staff and supporters of the Special Olympics movement.

IRR: Voices for Parents with Disabilities

Download the TranscriptHosted by Special Olympics North America athlete reporter RJ Nealon, this episode of Inclusion Revolution Radio features guest Dr. Kara Ayers, parent advisor and co-researcher for the Disabled Parenting Project. Part of the National Research Center for Parents with Disabilities, the Disabled Parenting Project was developed as an online community to foster connection and interaction among parents and prospective parents with disabilities.Read the full Article

Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup Paris 2026 Day 4 Highlights

Behind the scenes of the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup, Match Commissioner Álvaro Brochero is helping create an environment where fairness, respect, and inclusion are at the heart of every game. Because every player deserves the chance to compete, belong, and shine. Together, we're building a more inclusive world through the power of sport.Get to know Álvaro

IRR: Joy in Every Sport: Highlights from the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games

In this special episode of Inclusion Revolution Radio, we looked back on the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, held 20 – 26 June in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Centered primarily at the University of Minnesota, USA Games were more than a competition; they were a powerful celebration of ability.

Meet the Heroes Video Series: For Anyone Who Has Ever Been Told “No”

Everyone needs a hero. Someone they look up to and strive to be like. A person who defies all odds and is courageous in the attempt as they transcend obstacles in their way. To many, a hero is someone they know—someone who demonstrates, every day, what it takes to live in a way that transforms others. The Special Olympics Meet the Heroes video series features Special Olympics athletes who are exactly that: heroes within their sport and community, who have become heroes to the global inclusive movement.

𝙉𝙤𝙫𝙞𝙚 𝙆𝙣𝙤𝙬𝙨 - Episode 14: District Candle Lab

Smells good enough to eat ... and trust us, Novie almost did. On this episode of Novie Knows, Novie joins adventure and lifestyle creator Morgan Fray for a hands-on candle—and jewelry-making experience at District Candle Lab in D.C.'s Union Market District. Crafting personalized mementos for their clients, District Candle Lab fosters connection through creativity and accessible fun!Download the Transcript