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In the News

Global Coalition is Transforming Schools and Changing Lives

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When the Philippines joined the Global Coalition for Inclusion, it marked a significant milestone for the Asia Pacific region and reinforced a growing commitment to inclusive education.
Athletes

German-Born Stefanie Curtis Prepares to Compete at Special Olympics USA Games

By RJ Nealon, April 17, 2026
A female Special Olympics athlete stands in front of a blue banner. She's wearing a pink shirt, holding up a number 1 finger and wearing a medal.
Stefanie Curtis had a different path to Special Olympics. Growing up in Berlin, Germany, there was no local programming for Special Olympics, so she found other ways to stay active as an adolescent.
Press Releases

France To Face Senegal in Opening Match of the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup Paris 2026

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[Paris, France – 16 April 2026] The road to the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup Paris 2026 took a major step forward as the official tournament Draw Ceremony was held at the headquarters of the French Football Federation in Paris on 16 April.
Community Impact

Women at the Heart of Special Olympics: Celebrating Women’s History Month

Graphic: Women at the Heart of Special Olympics. Female Participation: Turin 2025 45.6%; Berlin 2023 48.1%; Abu Dhabi 2019 41%; Austria 2017 31.2%. Goal is 50:50. Special Olympics has been steadily moving toward achieving a 50:50 gender balance among participating athletes in the World Games.
Women’s History Month is a time to celebrate the remarkable achievements of women throughout  history who have shaped our past and are shaping our future.
In the News

Special Olympics Named Finalist for 2026 Cynopsis Sports Award

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Coverage of the 2026 Special Olympics 3x3 Basketball Tournament in San Juan, Puerto Rico has been named a finalist in the Sports Social Impact Initiative category at the 2026 Cynopsis Sports Awards.
Inclusion

Inclusive World

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Watch the transformative power and positive impact of a world where all are included.
Community Impact

'A Very Special Christmas': Brief History of the Record-Breaking Music Series

'A Very Special Christmas': Brief History of the Record-Breaking Music Series
Since 1987, the biggest voices in the recording industry have lent their talents to create the 'A Very Special Christmas' album series.
Community Impact

How Unified Sports Helped Them Become Best Friends

How Unified Sports Helped Them Become Best Friends
Jessie and Allie lived in the same neighborhood. They never met—until Unified Sports brought them together. Watch their amazing story.
In the News

Special Olympics World Games 2019 in Abu Dhabi

Special Olympics World Games 2019 in Abu Dhabi
For the first time, Special Olympics World Games will be held in the Middle East. Let the countdown begin!
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