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Inclusive Sports for Every Student: Sierra Leone Joins the Special Olympics Global Coalition for Inclusion

Officials exchange signed documents and shake hands during a Special Olympics partnership signing event in Sierra Leone, with branded backdrop visible.
Ministry of Youth Affairs commits to advance inclusive sport and education in Sierra Leone

Michele Colaninno

Michele Colaninno, Chief Executive Officer, Piaggio Group; Founder and Chair, Piaggio Fast Forward
Chief Executive Officer, Piaggio Group; Founder and Chair, Piaggio Fast Forward

Jim Barbee

Jim Barbee, Special Olympics Chief Financial Officer
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ESPN’s Coverage of 2026 Special Olympics USA Games

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From June 20 – 26, the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games will bring nearly 3,000 athletes and 1,500 coaches from all 50 states to Minneapolis to compete across 16 Olympic-type team and individual sports. ESPN will provide 48 hours of live competition coverage on ESPN+ through the ESPN App, featuring events including athletics, swimming, powerlifting and flag football, along with ABC preview and review programming.
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Raised in Love, Seen by the World

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There was a time when Purity's mother worried about what her daughter's future would hold. Today, she struggles to put into words just how extraordinary that future has become.

The Choir Member Who Changed a Church

Choir performance at church service.
People once questioned whether Purity belonged in the choir. Today, she's at the front of the church, inspiring others and helping the congregation grow.
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Investing in the Future

Athlete shows off medals.
When Purity began earning prize money through sport, her family made a powerful choice: invest in her future.
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My Sister, My Inspiration

Sisters hanging out.
Growing up, Purity's sister struggled to understand what having a sibling with an intellectual disability would mean for their family. Over time, her perspective changed completely.

A Celebration Like No Other

Watch the celebration that the community put on for Purity after her performance at the World Games in Berlin.
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Special Olympics Unified with Refugees

Young man on a football pitch, in front of a podium celebrating with four teammates and biting a golden medal
Volunteers are the backbone of the Special Olympics movement. They are coaches, trainers, officials, event organizers, fundraisers and managers.
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