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Athletes

Despite Injury, Abhishek Stays on Course—and Wins Silver in the 10K!

8 people, from the left, one Ethiad representative, a male trainer, 5 athletes including Abhishek with a bandage on his hand and another trainer.
Abhishek Gogoi said he would do his best at World Games—and he did.
Athletes

How a Love Story Between a 10-Year-Old Girl and Horses is Making History at the World Games

Sara Mashabek giving the peace sign in her equestrian outfit.
Sara Mashabek’s love of horses could be described as love at first sight.
Community Impact

Didier Drogba: From Shy Kid to Special Olympics Global Ambassador

By Denis Schiopu, AIPS Young Reporter Romania, March 21, 2019
Didier Drogba surrounded by athletes for a group photo.
According to the latest studies, at up to 50% of the world's population is introverted, ranging from needing some alone time to having social anxiety.
Athletes

Visually Impaired Swimmer Wins Silver!

Unity and her parents stand together for a photo.
When Unity Collins was 12 years old, the parents of the New Zealander introduced her to swimming, not having any idea of the magnitude of the moment.
Community Impact

A Summer for Inclusive Youth Leadership

Two young women use a microphone to interview another woman.
With school going back in session all over the country, Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools is so proud to look back at all that was accomplished this past summer.
Athletes

Tajha found her voice as part of the Unified Generation

Tajha stairing off out the window. Text on the image reads: This is Tajha's moment.
The United States has been a global leader in creating a more inclusive world through their support from the U.S. Office of Special Education Programs and the U.S. Department of Education.
Press Releases

Special Olympics Wins Global Award for Leadership Development Initiative

Dennis Doolan and a woman stand in front of leadership signage for an event.
The Special Olympics Leadership Academy has won a 2019 LEAD Award, presented by HR.com.
In the News

Timothy Shriver pens NBC Op-ED Explaining Federal School Funding

Tim Shriver stands arm in arm with athletes, students, and representatives from a Unified School. Students and athletes are in school colors (green).
Special Olympics survived Betsy DeVos' attempt to axe our school programs. Here's what we do for America's kids.
Community Impact

Special Olympics Volunteers are Everywhere

Volunteers and athletes dance together on the sand at the beach at the 2018 Beach Games in Trinidad.
You can find them at events, in offices and all over social media! Special Olympics volunteers are the motor fueling the movement.
Athletes

Athlete Leader Ben Haack Reflects on Autism Quiet Hour in Shops

By Benjamin "Ben" Haack, April 10, 2019
Sign announcing quiet hour at the supermarket.
On Friday, I was doing my rounds at the local shops when I noticed a sign. It said that there will be a quiet hour from 3-4 for people who have Autism.
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