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In the News

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In every corner of the earth, Special Olympics is changing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities. These news stories come from all around the world.

Human R.A.C.E

Three athletes in blue India jerseys smile and pose with BWF President Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul.
Our storytelling platform, Human R.A.C.E gives voice to athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities, coaches, family members and volunteers who work closely with them.We tell authentic stories to help people understand the challenges and discrimination faced by one of the world’s most socially isolated, under-served and stigmatized populations.

Partners of the Movement

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Special Olympics is a trusted organization supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities globally for more than 50 years. Our work succeeds in changing lives, building advocacy networks, and creating a lasting positive impact.

History

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From a backyard summer camp for people with intellectual disabilities to a global sports movement, Special Olympics has been changing lives and attitudes since 1968.

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Special Olympics has competitions, programs and initiatives all around the world, every day of the year. Here's a look at what it's all about.

Videos

Special Olympics has competitions, programs and initiatives all around the world, every day of the year. Here's a look at what it's all about.

Sport and Competition

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Get in touch with us to volunteer, become an athlete, join a Unified Sports team, work as a coach and to learn about upcoming events.

Sports

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With more than four million athletes and Unified partners and one million coaches and volunteers in over 200 accredited Programs, Special Olympics delivers more than 30 Olympic-type sports and over 100,000 games and competitions every year.

About Intellectual Disabilities

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Children and adults with intellectual disabilities inspire us every day at Special Olympics events around the world. But what are intellectual disabilities?
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