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The Transformative Power of Fatherhood and Special Olympics

Father with two kids.
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.
Community Impact

From the Heart of Texas: Inclusion Shines at the Special Olympics Texas Summer Games

Jesus Solorio Villaseñor, Special Olympics Texas Athlete, and Novie Craven, Inclusion Revolution Radio Host
On this second episode host Novie Craven takes listeners on the road for a special edition of the podcast—recorded live at the Special Olympics Texas Summer Games in Melissa, Texas.
Europe Eurasia Stories

Summer Games Take Centre Stage Across Europe Eurasia

A large group of people celebrate at Special Olympics Netherlands National Summer Games.
The summer is in full swing and that means one thing for the athletes of Special Olympics: the opportunity to compete and celebrate on their national stage at Summer Games!
Videos

Cheers for Champions: Gonzalo Escobar Wernli, Special Olympics Chile

Cheers for Champions: Gonzalo Escobar Wernli, Special Olympics Chile
From the slopes of Chile to the global stage, Gonzalo Escobar Wernli is carving his path in snowboarding!
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Santiago 2027

Santiago 2027
Join us in celebrating the reveal of the logo for the 2027 Special Olympics World Games, to be held in Santiago, Chile.
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The 500-Day Countdown Begins for Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027

Santago 2027 logo
[Santiago, Chile – 9 June 2026] Special Olympics Chile athletes and Unified partners, national authorities, representatives from partner organizations, and event ambassadors celebrate the 500-day countdown to Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027, where people with and without intellectual disabilities compete on the same team.
In the News

Special Olympics x Michael Phelps Foundation: Make Every Race Count

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The Make Every Race Count campaign was created to help swimmers turn their failure into success.
Community Impact

Women at the Heart of Special Olympics: Celebrating Women’s History Month

Graphic: Women at the Heart of Special Olympics. Female Participation: Turin 2025 45.6%; Berlin 2023 48.1%; Abu Dhabi 2019 41%; Austria 2017 31.2%. Goal is 50:50. Special Olympics has been steadily moving toward achieving a 50:50 gender balance among participating athletes in the World Games.
Women’s History Month is a time to celebrate the remarkable achievements of women throughout  history who have shaped our past and are shaping our future.
In the News

More than a Logo, a Symbol that Connects the World Together

Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027 logo
The story behind the Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027 logo
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