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Redefining What’s Possible

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In the crowd, family, friends, and fans cheer loudly because Jeff Greene has arrived at the 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games.
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Special Olympics Europe Eurasia Renew Partnership with Toyota Motor Europe to Continue Advancing Inclusion Through Unified Sports

One person skiing downhill, geared up for alpine skiing, sporting a bib with the Toyota logo.
Special Olympics and TME partner up to expand Unified sports across Europe and Eurasia through December 2027.
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Partners in Diplomacy: Advancing Inclusion Through Sport

Three mean in a "panel" on stage. the man in the middle is speaking and the other two are listening.
Special Olympics International was honored to join the Embassy of France in Washington, D.C. to host Partners in Diplomacy: Advancing Inclusion Through Sport, bringing together ambassadors, government leaders, diplomatic representatives, and Special Olympics Athlete Leaders.
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Day One of Competition is a Wrap in Minneapolis

By RJ Nealon, June 23, 2026
Special Olympics District of Columbia and Special Olympics Maine basketball athletes battle for possession of a loose ball during a USA Games matchup.
The 2026 Special Olympics USA Games are officially underway, and the competition is now in high gear.
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Day Two of Competition Highlights Athletes Across Multiple Sports

By RJ Nealon, June 24, 2026
Two Special Olympics Maryland athletes in team uniforms smile and embrace on a grassy competition field after competing in Mini Javelin at the 2026 USA Games.
The second day of competition at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games was cut short due to inclement weather, but not before some memorable moments.
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Equality Before the Law: How Haley Waggoner is Shaping Legislation for Nebraska

By Jon Ryan, July 31, 2026
A group of men and women stand together in a government building
Haley Waggoner, a Special Olympics International staff member on the Government Relations team and Special Olympics Nebraska athlete, has established an impactful connection with the Nebraska State Legislator leading to positive changes in law and local communities.
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Singleton Siblings Find Passion and Support for Each Other Through Special Olympics

By RJ Nealon, January 23, 2024
A group of people pose for a photo. Alex Singleton is in the front wearing an NFL uniform.
Alex Singleton has laced up his cleats countless times throughout his amateur and professional football career. It’s part of his well-honed pre-game routine, something that does not change from game to game. But on December 3, 2023, there was a change. A noticeable and meaningful one.
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University of Wisconsin-Madison Plays Host to Biggest Unified NIRSA Basketball Division in Last Five Years

By RJ Nealon, May 08, 2025
This photo shows a blue banner that says "NIRSA Championship Series" in white writing. Behind the banner, there is a basketball court with people on it.
It’s year two of the University of Wisconsin-Madison hosting the NIRSA National Basketball Championships.
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