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Youth Leaders Answering the Call to Build Back Better

Edna and Aldina stand together in front of a poster featuring Aldina.
It is during these times of the unknown that the need for innovation and creativity emerges. In the following videos, Special Olympics Youth Leaders share how they took on the challenge of a new, virtual normal, and committed to creating innovative projects portraying an uncertain time.
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CDC Shares Special Olympics Mental Health Resources

Kayte Barton in a mask.
To address the high rates of mental distress among adults with disabilities, the CDC posted helpful resources, including recommendations for people with intellectual disabilities from Special Olympics.
Athletes

Connecting Through Special Olympics: My Interview with the National Director of Special Olympics Russia

By Josh Cohen, December 07, 2020
The Russian delegation at the Opening Ceremonies of the World Games in Abu Dhabi 2019.
A couple of months ago, I had the opportunity to interview a Special Olympics Japan employee about the pandemic, the differences between our cultures, and our experiences with Special Olympics. I loved the opportunity of doing this and wanted to do it again.
In the News

Timothy Shriver Says Inclusion in Schools is Key to Ending Exclusion

Tim Shriver at a school with young children. Everyone is wearing an orange shirt that reads: I Pledge to respect everyone.
Special Olympics Board Chair Timothy Shriver, Ph.D. discusses the important role education plays in addressing society’s dire need for social inclusion.
Community Impact

Hasbro to Support 5 Virtual Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® National Banner Celebrations

Three female students smile on a outdoor school field. The graphic reads, “White County Middle School, Cleveland, Georgia.” A quote from Dr. MaryKay Berry reads, “Through their work, Mrs. Julie Collins and White County’s Unified program have established a climate and culture of teamwork, inclusion, respect, and acceptance, for all students regardless of their abilities.”
At Special Olympics, it is our mission to celebrate inclusion at all times—no matter the setting. This belief has been even stronger in the past year with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and growing need for virtual connections.
In the News

Ambassadors, Volunteers, Partners: It’s Full Steam Ahead for Kazan 2022!

Two Short Track Speed Skaters in the rink racing.
It has been a busy and exciting end to the year for the Special Olympics World Winter Games Kazan 2022 team. In the past month alone, we have announced a team of exciting new Games Ambassadors, including ice hockey legend Alexander Ovechkin, welcomed Coca-Cola on board as an official partner of the Games and opened the applications for Games volunteers!
In the News

Special Olympics and UN Refugee Agency Stand Unified With Refugees of All Abilities

Malaki stands next to Tim Shriver and another Special Olympics representative as the delegation walks on stage at the World Summer Games.
Special Olympics and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, today signed a global Memorandum of Understanding to formalize a growing partnership benefiting refugees of all abilities.
In the News

Gerald Mballe Becomes First-Ever Advisor for Unified with Refugees Programme

VIDEO from Unified with Refugees in Turin, Italy
Special Olympics Europe Eurasia is excited to announce that Special Olympics Italia Unified Partner, Gerald Mballe will join the regional team as the movement’s first-ever Advisor on the Special Olympics Unified with Refugees programme.
Athletes

My interview with a Special Olympics Athlete from Macau

By Josh Cohen, January 19, 2021
Ken sits at a workshop table with a book on his lap.
I’m well aware of the challenges of an autistic person in the United States but I wanted to take this opportunity to learn the challenges people with autism face living in Asia.
Press Releases

Let the Countdown Begin! One Year Until Special Olympics World Winter Games Kazan 2022

Female skier on the slopes.
Washington, DC, January 22, 2021: One year from today, Special Olympics World Winter Games 2022 will kick off in Kazan, Russia. More than 2,000 Special Olympics athletes from over 100 countries will compete in seven sports, and will be supported by 3,000 volunteers.
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