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Athletes

Athlete Leaders Step Up for a Historic Regional Athlete Congress

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Talk a little with the athlete leaders going to the Special Olympics North America Athlete Congress in Michigan, and you will notice they have some things in common.
In the News

Magnús Captures the Spirit of Sport in Cyprus

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When Sports Directors gathered in Cyprus for the Special Olympics Europe Eurasia Sports Conference in October 2025, the focus was on strengthening sport, expanding opportunity, and shaping the future of Special Olympics.
Athletes

Special Olympics Athletes Honour 50th Anniversary of Nadia Comăneci’s “Perfect 10” at European Parliament Event

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Special Olympics athletes, Celine and Ionut, were among guest speakers at a recent special event in the European Parliament to honour the amazing career of Special Olympics Global Ambassador Nadia Comăneci – and the power of inclusive sport.
In the News

Special Olympics Athletes React to AI Bias Study Led by Special Olympics

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Special Olympics Athlete-Spokespersons see dangers and opportunities highlighted in a new study on how AI reinforces subtle but widespread bias against those with intellectual disabilities.
In the News

Leading Through Training

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The first Special Olympics Middle East/North Africa Regional Unified Coach Training marked a powerful milestone, bringing athlete leaders and coaches together in a unified learning environment and preparing athletes to step confidently into coaching roles.
Athletes

Nothing About Us Without Us: A Call for Inclusive Health at the 79th World Health Assembly

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At the 2026 World Health Assembly, Pearl Lüthy, Special Olympics Switzerland athlete and World Winter Games Switzerland 2029 Athlete Ambassador called on health care workers around the world to improve communication and advance inclusive health policies and practices.
Athletes

A Great Athlete is a Healthy Athlete: Muaz’s Journey to Becoming a Fitness Captain

By Renee Dease, May 27, 2026
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Every May, Special Olympics celebrates Fitness and Sport Month, recognizing the power of sport to support athlete health, fitness, and performance. To celebrate, I met with Special Olympics Pakistan athlete and Fitness Captain Muaz Khan to learn about his journey to becoming a Fitness Captain.
Community Impact

Partners in Diplomacy: Advancing Inclusion Through Sport

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Special Olympics International was honored to join the Embassy of France in Washington, D.C. to host Partners in Diplomacy: Advancing Inclusion Through Sport, bringing together ambassadors, government leaders, diplomatic representatives, and Special Olympics Athlete Leaders.
Stories

Beyond the Game: How Women Athlete Leaders Are Sparking Change in Asia-Pacific

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Around the world, the conversation about women in sport is gaining momentum. This progress creates a vital opportunity to ensure that women and girls with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) are equally represented and empowered. Across communities, they are ready to engage more fully in sport as it is the catalyst to fuel confidence and discover pathways to leadership.
In the News

Two by Two, AALE Pairs Will Be Everywhere at the USA Games

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An Innovative Way for Athlete Leaders to Learn Debuts Today
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