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Inclusion as the Solution: Research Takes Center Stage at ISAPA 2025

Three young women on the gymnasium floor with workout equipment.
Special Olympics spent last week working on the progression of research and evaluation for people with disabilities as it penned a Memorandum of Understanding with the International Federation of Adapted Physical Activity.
Athletes

Building Future-Ready Inclusive Leaders Across Asia Pacific

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As an organization that focuses on advancing the rights of people with intellectual disabilities, Special Olympics seeks to nurture future-ready leaders with the right mindset, skillsets, and practical tools to enable success for the movement inside out.
In the News

Tender Hearts

Three employees working together at a table
When Su Anne Lee was younger, she was quiet, timid, even.But today, she greets customers at a bustling café, shares her story with others, and speaks on behalf of people with intellectual disabilities across Malaysia.
Athletes

Latin America’s Jump in Badminton Gears Up for Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027

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This year, the Badminton World Federation is celebrating World Badminton Day with the theme of “Raise A Racquet—Play, Learn, Celebrate!" and Special Olympics is joining in.
Press Releases

Special Olympics and Nike Announce Three-Year Partnership

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[July 14, 2025] Two global, inclusive sport leaders team up to strengthen Unified Sports coaching and increase access to sport
In the News

Now Open: Media Registration for Unified Volleyball World Cup Poland 2025

Special Olympics Volleyball player spikes the ball over the net while facing Bharat in the quarter finals of Unified Volleyball on June 23rd, 2023 in Berlin, Germany at the Special Olympics World Games.
We’re excited to announce that media registration for the Unified Volleyball World Cup Poland 2025 is officially open! Members of the press and media professionals are invited to apply for accreditation to cover this global event.
Community Impact

And the Rising Star Award Goes To…

By Kayte Barton, September 08, 2025
A female coach and a male athlete smile for a photo.
Special Olympics Rhode Island coach Lindsey Smith has always been drawn to sports.
Community Impact

Serving Up Inclusion: Badminton for All in New Zealand

A group of more than 20 participants standing together, raising their badminton rackets, behind a banner with “Shuttle Time” Oceania.
One of badminton’s greatest features is that it truly is a sport for all. Partners in the sport of badminton recognized this important feature in New Zealand.
In the News

Remembering Giorgio Armani

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The Special Olympics community is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of fashion designer Giorgio Armani.
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