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Athletes

Empowering Mentors: The First SOMENA Athlete Leaders Mentors Training in Abu Dhabi

A group of 18 people standing in two rows for a group photo.
From December 16 – 17, 2024, Abu Dhabi hosted the First Special Olympics Middle East / North Africa Athlete Leaders Mentors Training.
Athletes

Special Olympics MENA Athlete Leadership Congress 2024: Empowering Inclusion and Leadership

Three people, on stage, two men on either side holding artwork and a young woman stands between them.
From November 27 – 30, 2024, the Special Olympics MENA Athlete Leadership Congress (RALC) made history in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, as the first leadership-focused Special Olympics event hosted in the Kingdom.
In the News

Special Olympics Health Messenger David Duncan Gives Opening Remarks at the Launch of the WHO’s Global Initiative on Health Equity for Persons with Disabilities at the United Nations

A man in a conference room sits down in front of a table with a microphone as he speaks to a group of representatives.
Today, Special Olympics is looking back at all the fathers, father-figures, and grandfathers who, through the power of sport, have helped raise, support, coach, and love Special Olympics athletes around the world.
Athletes

A Mother’s Love Knows No Bounds

Two women standing side by side.
This Mother’s Day we celebrate the love and unwavering support of one mother of a Special Olympics athlete and athlete leader.
Athletes

Athlete Perspective: The Importance of Inclusive Research and Evaluation

By Kayte Barton, May 21, 2025
Two individuals sit down and have a conversation.
Special Olympics Minnesota athlete, Kayte Barton shares her experience as an athlete, participant, and Athlete Advisory Board Member for Project ALL STAR, while highlighting Special Olympics’ unique role in advancing inclusive research and evaluation.
Athletes

Athlete Leaders of Europe Eurasia: Our 2024 Highlights!

Kiera Byland wearing flip flops and holding a swimming cap and goggles holds her hand up to her neck laughing.
As the year draws to a close, four Athlete Leaders from across our region, Kiera, Margaret, Gilmour and Inge reflect on their highlights from 2024 and look forward to the year to come!
Blog

Athletes and Youth Leaders Reflect on White House Visit

Three Special Olympics athletes stand in front of a vibrant Christmas tree.
Of all the celebrations that take place during the holidays, there is one that will forever stand out to the Special Olympics athletes, youth leaders, supporters and staff who attended.
Community Impact

Amplifying Athlete Voices During Capitol Hill Day

By RJ Nealon, March 31, 2025
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Special Olympics athletes, staff and supporters from across the United States gather each year in Washington, DC to meet with members of Congress in order to advocate for critical federal support of the organization’s work.
Athletes

Youth Empowered, Leaders Inspired: Jordan Schubert

Athlete walking out at Special Olympics event.
Youth Empowered, Leaders Inspired is a storytelling series that highlights the journeys of individuals who got their start with Special Olympics at a young age—and never looked back.
In the News

Highlights to Headlines

Special Olympic athlete hosts panel discussion.
RJ Nealon's journey with Special Olympics began with a letter. At just 10 years old, he reached out to the CEO of Special Olympics, eager to get involved. Now, RJ is working for Special Olympics athletes to find their voice.
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