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Athlete Leadership Prepares for Unified Employment

By Daniel "Dan" Smrokowski , October 28, 2021
Daniel with his arm around a young woman (Hanna Joy Atkinson).
In over a decade of participation in Special Olympics, I’ve learned many athlete leadership skills that have helped me, and any athlete, move into an inclusive workplace. In today’s blog piece I will share with you five Special Olympics Athlete Leadership skills that have prepared me for my current employment at United Airlines, which includes: public speaking and interviews, getting outside of myself, having a global perspective, taking initiative, and valuing all members of a team.
Athletes

Dustin Plunkett

By Special Olympics Staff, July 10, 2017
Dustin Plunkett
Dustin is an athlete leader who served as spokesman and Global Messenger for the 2015 World Games as well as a broadcaster for ESPN.
Athletes

Dalvin Keller Awarded Honorary ESPY

By Mitchell Hatty, August 11, 2017
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The Flint, Mich. athlete also assisted in the acceptance of the Arthur Ashe Courage Award in honor of the late Eunice Kennedy Shriver.
Community Impact

David Beckham Officiates at Inaugural 'Light The Night Run' Charity Race

By Special Olympics East Asia Staff, July 31, 2018
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The soccer star helped launch the race in support of Special Olympics Macau held at The Parisian Macao's half-scale Eiffel Tower.
In the News

Remembering Aretha Franklin, "A Very Special Christmas" Artist

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“Aretha Franklin brought joy to millions — and engaged as many hearts and minds through her advocacy,” Special Olympics Chairman Tim Shriver said.
In the News

European Basketball Week 2018

Young male Romanian player in an orange uniform catching the basketball. The 2017 Eurobasket mascot is in the middle ground. A girl is in the foreground wearing a blue uniform with the number 6 on her back. An audience is watching the action in the background.
2018 marks the 15th edition of one of Special Olympics Europe Eurasia's highlight events: European Basketball Week (EBW).
In the News

Football Fever is Rising Across Europe Eurasia

A team of female footballers in a blue kit jump in the air on a football pitch.
With football fans counting down the days to kick-off at the FIFA Women’s World Cup, Special Olympics is also gearing up for a week-long celebration of the beautiful game.
Community Impact

Creating Special Olympics Unified Schools in Kenya

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The Kenyan government estimates that over 3 million people of its population have a disability which exemplifies the need for Special Olympics Unified Schools.
Community Impact

Opening a New World at Special Olympics Opening Eyes

Lawrence Mwangi playing keeper and guarding the goalie's net.
Lawrence Mwangi is a standout player for Special Olympics Kenya’s Floor Hockey team. His speed and skill helped the team win game after game, eventually climbing to the top of their division.
In the News

The COVID-19 Pandemic Highlights Why Equal Access to Healthcare is Imperative

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In a Washington Post Op-Ed, Special Olympics Chairman of the Board Timothy Shriver addresses the gap in healthcare that has become even more apparent for people with intellectual disabilities during the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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