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Sport at the Heart of Social Inclusion and Education: Niger Joins the Special Olympics Global Coalition for Inclusion

A group of about ten people seated around a conference table during an official meeting in a boardroom. Several participants are speaking and listening, with microphones, notebooks, and documents placed on the table. Two red balls with the Special Olympics logo sit at the center. A national flag of Niger stands upright behind the group, and framed artwork is visible on the walls.
Ministry of Population, Social Action and National Solidarity commits to boosting inclusive sport and education in Niger
Athletes

They’ve Been There. They Want to Change It.

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Eleven Projects that Could Change Special Olympics from the Ground Up
Videos

SONA Regional Athlete Congress Overview

SONA Regional Athlete Congress Overview
History in the making! 🙌 Watch what happened when 25 Special Olympics athlete leaders from Canada, the Caribbean, and the U.S. gathered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, for the first-ever SONA Regional Athlete Congress.Completely planned and driven by the athletes themselves, this historic event was all about amplifying voices, building leadership skills, and shaping the future of the movement. From mastering project management to delivering powerful campaign speeches, these incredible leaders spent days preparing to make a difference back home—and on the global stage at the 2027 World Games in Chile.As the athletes remind us: "Inclusion is a team sport." It's not enough to just listen—it's time for action. Hit play to see the highlights, the emotional voting results, and the incredible power of athlete leadership! 🔔 Subscribe for more compelling stories from our athletes!

Yao Ming

Yao Ming, Former NBA All‑Star and Hall of Fame basketball player; Founder, Yao Foundation
Former NBA All‑Star and Hall of Fame basketball player; Founder, Yao Foundation

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
Youth Voices

Amanda Harrinauth

Amanda Harrinauth smiling.
Special Olympics North America
Athletes

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

Two people stand side by side posing in front of a teal event backdrop with repeated “UHC2030” and “CSEM” logos. A large yellow banner across the top reads, “Let’s Take Action for Universal Health Coverage!” Both are facing the camera with hands on hips.
At the 2026 World Health Assembly, Pearl LĂĽthy, 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.

Rachel Brody

Rachel Brody, Special Olympics Senior Vice President of Global Youth and Education
Senior Vice President, Global Youth and Education
Community Impact

Building the Foundation for an Inclusive Future

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Celebrated annually on 11 June, International Day of Play reminds us that play isn’t just fun; it’s an essential part of childhood development. It’s how children build confidence, communication skills, physical coordination, and social-emotional development—laying the foundation for lifelong learning and well-being. Early childhood play programs like Special Olympics Young Athletes bring this to life.
Videos

A Second Chance at Life

A Second Chance at Life
Joel fled conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and found refuge in Uganda. As a young person with an intellectual disability, he faced isolation and exclusion—until he discovered Special Olympics Unified Sports.Read the full story
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