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Athletes

The Light Bulb Moment

Two young men operate a camera inside a stadium
Magic happened in Turin when the Sargent Shriver Global Messengers (SSGMs) connected with a group of talented college students to capture photos and spark a passion for storytelling.
In the News

Remembering Pope Francis

Pope shaking hands with athletes.
Special Olympics is paying tribute to the legacy of Pope Francis.
In the News

Faces of Inclusion: Raising Yilu

Family sits in living room.
Follow the inspiring journey of Zhao Yilu, a Special Olympics East Asia athlete.
Community Impact

Why the R-Word Is the R-Slur

A group of unified students promoting Spread the Word
Practice Inclusion: End the Use of the R-Word The research shows that when social media users are posting about people with intellectual disabilities, 7 in every 10 of those posts are negative, and 6 in 10 contain a slur.
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Special Olympics International Board of Directors Elects Three New Members

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[Washington, D.C. – 5 May 2025] The international Board of Directors for Special Olympics elected new members Mrs. JoAnne Bessler, Mr. Mark McCorkle, and Mr. Toby Enqvist.
In the News

Faces of Inclusion: Raising Yilu

Family sits in living room.
Follow the inspiring journey of Zhao Yilu, a Special Olympics East Asia athlete.
Community Impact

“Playing Badminton Taught Me About Winning and Losing and Gave Me the Motivation to Win in Life.”

Man speaking on stage standing behind a podium.
Special Olympics was in the spotlight at the Badminton World Federation (BWF) as Special Olympics Ireland badminton athlete Jonathan Deering delivered a keynote address focused on the power of the sport at the BWF Members’ Forum held in Xiamen, China at the end of April.
Athletes

A Mother’s Love Knows No Bounds

Two women standing side by side.
This Mother’s Day we celebrate the love and unwavering support of one mother of a Special Olympics athlete and athlete leader.
Community Impact

SONA Recognizes Outstanding Coaches Throughout Region

By RJ Nealon, May 14, 2025
A Special Olympics coach wearing a red shirt sits on the floor with two Special Olympics athletes. The athletes are wearing a white shirt with a red Special Olympics logo on it.
Throughout Special Olympics North America, more than 116,000 dedicated individuals donate their time and expertise as Special Olympics coaches.
Community Impact

Why the R-Word Is the R-Slur

A group of unified students promoting Spread the Word
Practice Inclusion: End the Use of the R-Word The research shows that when social media users are posting about people with intellectual disabilities, 7 in every 10 of those posts are negative, and 6 in 10 contain a slur.
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