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Find Special Olympics Near Me
Find Special Olympics Near Me
Find Special Olympics Near Me
We are helping to make the world a better, healthier and more joyful place—one athlete, one volunteer, one family member at a time.
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What We Do
What We Do
Sports
Special Olympics supports over 5 million athletes, unified partners, coaches and volunteers with over 30 Olympic-type sports.
Sport and Competition
Local and international year-round sports training and athletic competitions.
Inclusive Health
Improving the health and well-being of people with intellectual disabilities.
Youth & Schools
Empowering Youth Leaders, educators, coaches, and families to build inclusive schools and communities for all.
Inclusive Leadership
Unleashing leadership potential in people of all abilities.
The Revolution Is Inclusion
A peaceful campaign to end discrimination of people with intellectual disabilities.
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Community Impact
Learn more about the power Special Olympics has to make real change around the world.
In the News
Hear about Special Olympics impact from around the world.
Always On
Videos showcasing the Special Olympics movement around the globe.
Inclusion Revolution Radio
An athlete led podcast featuring athletes, partners, ambassadors, employees, and supporters of Special Olympics.
Novie Knows
Novie Knows, a subseries of Inclusion Revolution Radio, serves as an unscripted platform for host Novie Craven to provide her perspective, as a Special Olympics athlete, on the topics of her choosing.
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Events
Events
Unified Football World Cup
Paris, France to host the third edition of the Unified Football World Cup from 6 – 11 July 2026.
Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027
From October 16 – 24 2027, Santiago will welcome thousands of athletes, families, and fans from around the globe to celebrate unity, inclusion, and the power of sport.
Special Olympics World Winter Games Switzerland 2029
From March 10 – 17 2029, athletes will unleash the human spirit through the transformative power and joy of sport in Switzerland.
World Games Schedule and Results
Competition schedule, athlete schedule, and results.
Host an Event
Learn more about hosting an international Special Olympics event.
USA Games 2026
June 20 – 26, 2026 the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games will unite 3,000 athletes, 1,500 coaches, 10,000 volunteers, and 75,000 fans from all 50 states in Minnesota.
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In the News
Dr. Jacqueline Jodl Discusses the Importance of Inclusionary Practices in Education With the Diplomatic Courier
“As policymakers and education leaders attempt to triage the challenges faced by young people in the aftermath of the pandemic, they should consider prioritizing the principles of social inclusion—improving the terms on which individuals and groups take part in society.”
In the News
Navigating Your Child’s Intellectual Disability Diagnosis
“It’s important to recognize that they may not accomplish growth or success in the same manner as many do, but our differently abled children will still accomplish remarkable milestones and pursue life goals!”
Athletes
Creating My Vision for 2023
By
Hanna Joy Atkinson
, January 28, 2023
The position has shaped me into a spirited, thoughtful leader in the inclusion revolution, where I help define the mindset of what true inclusion looks like.
Community Impact
Inclusion Revolution Radio and AccessiBe Welcomes Special Olympics Athlete, Regan Hofley
Inclusion Revolution Radio podcast host, Novie Craven, and co-host, Josh Basile, from accessiBe have teamed up to release a podcast mini-series highlighting the Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023.
Community Impact
Coach Edna on Weightlifting Bar Basics
Coach Edna coaches the American Muscle powerlifting team that consists of three female athletes and six male ranging in age from 16 to 35.
Press Releases
Starkey hosts Special Olympics International Leadership in Minnesota
Summit held five months out from the Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023
Athletes
Special Olympics Athletes Model Webshop Merchandise
On October 27 2022, six athletes gathered at Special Olympics headquarters ready to strike a pose on behalf of the Special Olympics Webshop!
Press Releases
Laureus Expands Support of Special Olympics Movement
In a new step for a relationship stretching back more than 20 years, Laureus and Special Olympics are proud to announce that Laureus will be a supporter of the Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023.
Community Impact
Special Olympics Champion Ambassador Mack Hollins Joins the Inclusion Revolution Radio Podcast
Inclusion Revolution Radio host Novie Craven welcomed Special Olympics Champion Ambassador Mack Hollins to the podcast for this week’s episode.
Press Releases
22,000 People Apply to Volunteer at Special Olympic World Games Berlin 2023, German Speakers Still Encouraged to Apply
More than 22,000 people have applied to volunteer at the Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023, a reflection of the enthusiasm for the world’s largest inclusive sports event. German speakers and people with local knowledge of Berlin are still encouraged to apply.
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