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Global Coalition for Inclusion Signed in Ghana and Seychelles

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Special Olympics Ghana hosted the first signing in the Special Olympics (SO) Africa Region of the Global Coalition for Inclusion with the Republic of Ghana on 27 November 2023.
In the News

Special Olympics Announces New Rosemary Collaboratory Initiative to Help Strengthen Health Systems to Include those with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

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Rosemary Kennedy inspired Eunice Kennedy Shriver to found Special Olympics, and Special Olympics is excited to further honor her memory with the newly launched Rosemary Collaboratory.
Athletes

Always Time For Training - And Gold - in Vesna Mišić’s Multi-Sport Universe

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The Bosnia and Herzegovina athlete is a Special Olympics World Games champion in futsal and a regional champion in basketball. And that is only the beginning.
In the News

Special Olympics Continues to get Active in Winter Sports

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The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) shared the following excerpt about Special Olympics’ involvement in World Snow Day and the Special Olympics Great Britain Winter Games in Italy.
Community Impact

Special Olympics – Five Days in Folgaria

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A new sports documentary following the athletes, coaches and volunteers of Special Olympics Great Britain has been released globally by BBC Sport.
Planned Giving

Getting Started: Planning for Your Loved One with Special Needs: Gathering the Necessary Documents, People, and Other Resources

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Everyone needs to create their own estate plan. However, planning for individuals with special needs can be more complex and nuanced. This article does not offer legal or financial advice. It is essential to seek the guidance of an experienced attorney and financial advisor, especially those who specialize in working with families with special needs members. They can provide valuable counsel tailored to your specific situation.
In the News

U.S. Senator Honors Chief Inspiration Officer Loretta Claiborne

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Loretta Claiborne, Chief Inspiration Officer, received recognition from U.S. Senator Bob Casey from Pennsylvania (Claiborne’s home state) during Black History Month.
Community Impact

Special Olympics Celebrates Women’s History Month

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For Women’s History Month, we are proud to support all the amazing women in the Special Olympics movement, including our athletes, volunteers, coaches, leadership, staff and everyone who makes Special Olympics possible across the globe.
Community Impact

SOEA Special Education Coach Shares their experience as a coach with Special Olympics / 特奥东亚区特殊教育学校的教练分享特奥教练经验

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Special Olympics Asia Pacific coach, Peng Shaojian, details his experience of being a coach at a special education school in China, sharing how by becoming a better coach himself, he can be better equipped to help the athletes and students he coaches.
In the News

NBA star Tony Snell speak out for 1st time on autism diagnosis: ‘I am the way I am’

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Special Olympics supporter, Tony Snell, spoke with TODAY Show’s Craig Melvin to share his experience of finding out he has autism after his child was diagnosed with autism.
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