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Special Olympics Athletes Surprised with Billboard Reveal in New York City

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Athletes launch new ‘Yeah, I am Special’ collection on Giving Tuesday to show the true meaning of ‘special’
Community Impact

Disciplinary Officials Join in 2018 Hong Kong Law Enforcement Torch Run

By Special Olympics East Asia Staff, July 30, 2018
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Over 3,700 participants ran for athletes with intellectual disabilities and raised over HK$2.2 million.
Community Impact

50 for 50 With Sergeant Brett Sobieraski

By Luke Folts, July 31, 2018
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The 30 year veteran of the Rochester Police Department ran for 50 hours straight to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Special Olympics.
Athletes

Teacher Resources: Four Free Lesson Plans for Exploring Acceptance, Respect, and Inclusion

A team of Unified Champion Schools Basketball players from Special Olympics Missouri
Classroom and Distance Learning Activities for Middle School and High School Students
Community Impact

USA Games Start to Wrap Up in Minneapolis

By RJ Nealon, June 26, 2026
Special Olympics athlete in a yellow uniform runs on the track during the 10,000-meter race at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, where he set a new event record.
The 2026 Special Olympics USA Games are heading into its last day of competition, and so many memories have been made.
Special Olympics Global Health Report: Focusing on the Invisible

Health and Care Workforce

People with IDD face stigma and unique communication barriers when accessing the health system and interacting with healthcare professionals. Comprehensive, evidence-based training can help bridge the gap between patients and providers.
Athletes

Special Olympics and Pro Athletes Shredded for Inclusion at the X Games Aspen 2023

Hanna Faulhaber and Haldan Pranger stand on the medal podium posing outside with the medals in front of a snowy slope.
Learn about the Special Olympics Unified Skiing and Unified Snowboarding x Games Aspen 2023 results.
Community Impact

Health Focus: Welcome to Slovenia’s Inclusive Summer Health Camp!

By Aoife O'Grady, August 16, 2018
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A holistic approach to healthy eating, movement, positive self-image and strengthening social interactions was the main emphasis of the recent Inclusive Summer Health Camp in Rogla, Slovenia.
Athletes

Innovators of the Week: Paola and Maria

A group of 13 athletes and representatives standing an kneeling in two rows outside.
Around the world, Youth Leaders with and without intellectual disabilities are leading community-based projects for inclusion. Paola and Maria, two Special Olympics youth leaders from El Salvador, share their experiences working together to create change.
Press Releases

Let the Countdown Begin! One Year Until Special Olympics World Winter Games Kazan 2022

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Washington, DC, January 22, 2021: One year from today, Special Olympics World Winter Games 2022 will kick off in Kazan, Russia. More than 2,000 Special Olympics athletes from over 100 countries will compete in seven sports, and will be supported by 3,000 volunteers.
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