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Special Olympics – IFAPA Webinar #2: Sport & Competition

Special Olympics – IFAPA Webinar #2: Sport & Competition
As Special Olympics and the International Federation of Adapted Physical Activity (IFAPA) begin our inclusive research partnership, we welcome you to join our new webinar series! This series will spotlight local opportunities for research collaboration across different programmatic areas, including sport, health and fitness, and schools! Each session will highlight recent collaborations and new opportunities for researchers and Special Olympics Programs to connect for meaningful, inclusive partnerships that drive quality programming. In this second webinar, hear from expert panelists Dr. Roy McConkey, Dr. Franziska Loetzner, Dr. Andrew Pitchford, and Dr. Maji Shaikh. Together, they’ll share practical insights and real-world examples of how collaborative sport research can strengthen athlete performance, improve health outcomes, and advance inclusion across Special Olympics.
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Special Olympics – IFAPA Webinar #1: From Partnership to Practice

Special Olympics – IFAPA Webinar #1: From Partnership to Practice
As Special Olympics and the International Federation of Adapted Physical Activity (IFAPA) begin our inclusive research partnership, we welcome you to join our new webinar series! This series will spotlight local opportunities for research collaboration across different programmatic areas including sport, health and fitness, and schools! Each session will highlight recent collaborations and new opportunities for researchers and Special Olympics Programs to connect for meaningful, inclusive partnerships that drive quality programming. In this launch webinar, listen to voices from Special Olympics staff, IFAPA leadership, and Special Olympics Athlete Leader, Allen Tobin. Together, they will share powerful insights on collaborative approaches to building research partnerships that advance inclusion worldwide. This session will set the stage for the upcoming webinar series and introduce the Special Olympics and IFAPA collaborative efforts.
In the News

Loretta Claiborne Honored as Local Hero in Pennsylvania

Loretta Claiborne and Eunice Kennedy Shriver holding their hands in the air
Spotlight PA recognized Loretta Claiborne as a Local Hero for her lifetime of work and accomplishments with Special Olympics. The following is an excerpt from the article titled PA Local Heroes: The champion athlete advocating for people with disabilities:
In the News

Special Olympics Celebrates the Legacy of Dr. Frank Hayden

Man with his arm around an athlete showing support as she shows off her medal hanging around her neck.
The Special Olympics community is deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Frank Hayden, a pioneering figure whose contributions to the world of sports and disability advocacy have had a profound impact on generations of athletes and families. Dr. Hayden passed away at the age of 96, leaving a legacy that has transformed countless lives. 
In the News

Special Olympics Chairman, Tim Shriver receives the 2026 Laetare Medal

Dr. Timothy Shriver, Chairman of Special Olympics, was the recipient of the 2026 Laetare Medal at University of Notre Dame’s 181st University Commencement Ceremony on May 17, 2026.
Community Impact

Family Matters: Voices for Parents With Disabilities

A promotional graphic for Inclusion Revolution Radio Season 8, Episode 1. On the left, Dr. Kara Ayers smiles at the camera; she is identified as a researcher with the Disabled Parenting Project. On the right, Special Olympics Virginia athlete Joey Barnett wears sunglasses, headphones, and a cap while holding up a medal. The background features blue geometric shapes and the Podville logo.
Hosted by Special Olympics North America athlete reporter RJ Nealon, this episode of Inclusion Revolution Radio features guest Dr. Kara Ayers, parent advisor and co-researcher for the Disabled Parenting Project.
Athletes

From Eunice Kennedy Shriver’s Backyard to the National Stage: Tim Gowen’s Life in Special Olympics

Two men wearing dark blue t-shirts are coming out of the ocean onto a beach. They have their arms around each other.
Only a handful of Special Olympics athletes have had the opportunity to meet the founder of Special Olympics, Eunice Kennedy Shriver. Even fewer athletes had the opportunity to compete in her backyard the year before Special Olympics even began. Luckily, for Tim Gowen, he was able to do both.
Press Releases

The Coca-Cola Company Becomes Official Partner of the Special Olympics World Winter Games Switzerland 2029

A snowboarder comes down the hill with his arms raised at the Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025
[Chur, Switzerland – 18 May 2026] The Special Olympics World Winter Games Switzerland 2029 continue to gain strong international momentum: The Coca-Cola Company has been confirmed as an Official Partner of the Games, further strengthening one of the most impactful partnerships in the history of inclusive sport.
Press Releases

Nokona Celebrates 100 Years with Celebrity Glove Auction Supporting Special Olympics

3 multi-colored baseball gloves next to the logos of Nokona and Special Olympics
[Phoenix – March 26, 2026] Nokona, the iconic American-made ball glove company, in collaboration with Special Olympics, announces an online auction of exclusive baseball gloves.
Europe Eurasia Stories

“I can hardly believe I get to do this!” - Special Olympics Italia Athlete Launches His Own Children’s Book

A man stands amid a crowd of young people holding up a children's book.
Eros Zanotti launched the children’s book ‘Eros’ Magical Skis’ – which was inspired by the story of his journey to the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 – at a feature event on Friday 22 May as part of the Special Olympics Italia National Summer Games.
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