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Community Impact

Lighting the Way Series, Part 5: One Father's Journey and a Decade of Transformation

A man stands behind a podium and has a large screen behind him showing a slideshow.
Families—parents, caregivers, siblings, and other supporters—play a major role in the Special Olympics movement.
Athletes

On the Break: Namibia’s Moses Fredericks Makes His Mark

By Karini Viranna , December 10, 2025
During a game, a player leaps for the ball as his opponents and teammates look up.
The pace was relentless, the shot clock unforgiving. Namibia’s Day 1 matchup against Germany revealed the intensity of 3x3 Basketball.
Youth Voices

Hiawatha Davis

Man cheering standing behind a microphone.
Be Yourself. You Are Somebody.
Youth Voices

Charlie Wilson

Young man sitting in a living room setting.
“I’m My Own Person”
Youth Voices

Claire Brendza

Young woman.
It’s a bad word.
Community Impact

Inclusion Revolution Radio Takes on MetLife Stadium

By RJ Nealon, January 20, 2026
New York Jets Defensive Tackle Harrison Phillips and Special Olympics North America Athlete Reporter RJ Nealon
Instead of being in a studio and behind a microphone, we’re on the ground at MetLife Stadium for the Unified Flag Football Championships presented by Special Olympics New York and the New York Jets.
Community Impact

Dylan Sendgraff: Champion of Inclusion at Special Olympics Nebraska

By Haley Waggoner, January 21, 2026
A Special Olympics basketball team poses for a photo.
Dylan Sendgraff isn’t just a coach or a mentor; he’s a driving force behind inclusion at Special Olympics Nebraska.
Press Releases

Special Olympics Chairman Declares 2026 the Year of the Teacher: Teaching Inclusion in a Divided World

Tim Shriver talking to a young girl.
[Washington, DC, USA - 22 January 2026] Special Olympics has issued a powerful global call to action, warning that the world is facing a critical shortage of teachers that threatens the future of millions of students, most critically, learners with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Press Releases

Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027 Logo Unveiled

Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027 logo
[Santiago, Chile - 26 January 2026] Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027 revealed the event logo, a powerful, multifaceted symbol reflecting the dynamism of the global movement and the Chilean spirit.
Athletes

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

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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.
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