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We are helping to make the world a better, healthier and more joyful place—one athlete, one volunteer, one family member at a time.
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Special Olympics supports over 5 million athletes, unified partners, coaches and volunteers with over 30 Olympic-type sports.
Sport and Competition
Local and international year-round sports training and athletic competitions.
Inclusive Health
Improving the health and well-being of people with intellectual disabilities.
Youth & Schools
Empowering Youth Leaders, educators, coaches, and families to build inclusive schools and communities for all.
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Unleashing leadership potential in people of all abilities.
The Revolution Is Inclusion
A peaceful campaign to end discrimination of people with intellectual disabilities.
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Learn more about the power Special Olympics has to make real change around the world.
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Videos showcasing the Special Olympics movement around the globe.
Inclusion Revolution Radio
An athlete led podcast featuring athletes, partners, ambassadors, employees, and supporters of Special Olympics.
Novie Knows
Novie Knows, a subseries of Inclusion Revolution Radio, serves as an unscripted platform for host Novie Craven to provide her perspective, as a Special Olympics athlete, on the topics of her choosing.
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Events
Events
Unified Football World Cup
Paris, France to host the third edition of the Unified Football World Cup from 6 – 11 July 2026.
Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027
From October 16 – 24 2027, Santiago will welcome thousands of athletes, families, and fans from around the globe to celebrate unity, inclusion, and the power of sport.
Special Olympics World Winter Games Switzerland 2029
From March 10 – 17 2029, athletes will unleash the human spirit through the transformative power and joy of sport in Switzerland.
World Games Schedule and Results
Competition schedule, athlete schedule, and results.
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Learn more about hosting an international Special Olympics event.
USA Games 2026
June 20 – 26, 2026 the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games will unite 3,000 athletes, 1,500 coaches, 10,000 volunteers, and 75,000 fans from all 50 states in Minnesota.
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Starkey Serves as Exclusive Hearing Health Partner for the Special Olympics Unified Cup Detroit 2022
Starkey Cares and Special Olympics International partnership increases access to hearing health services worldwide for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
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Kazan Marks 200-Day Countdown to Special Olympics World Winter Games 2022
Kazan, Russia, 6 July 2021 – To commemorate the 200-day countdown to Special Olympics World Winter Games 2022 (Kazan Games) and build excitement for the world’s largest sport and humanitarian event, the City of Kazan, Russia, erected a dynamic monument in the center of the city.
Jordan Dullnigg
Hi! My name is Natalie, and I have been a part of Special Olympics since 2012. I compete in cycling and soccer, and was a member of the RSL Unified soccer team. I have attended the 2018 USA Games in Seattle as a Youth Leader, and the 2019 World Games in Abu Dhabi as staff-in-training for SONA.
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Youth Leadership Resources
These resources aim to support Special Olympics Youth Leaders, adult mentors, and other members of our global community in leading the way for a more inclusive future.
In the News
Exceptional Parent Magazine Highlights Eunice Kennedy Shriver’s Legacy of Creating Inclusive Health Opportunities for Millions
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Renee Dease
, July 15, 2021
Special Olympics longstanding employee, Renee Dease, recounts her time working with Eunice Kennedy Shriver and how she witnessed the beginnings of inclusive health opportunities for millions.
Community Impact
Special Olympics’ New Children’s Book Series Brings to Life Remarkable Athlete Journeys
Illustrated stories invite young readers to the value of inclusion through sports by joining athletes Anca, Eros, Marcel and Stephanie on their journey to World Winter Games Turin 2025.
Athletes
Libya Storms into the Knockout Stage with Perfect Group Record
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Karini Viranna
, July 09, 2026
Special Olympics Libya completed a flawless group stage at the Unified Football World Cup Paris 2026 with an emphatic victory, following earlier wins over Ecuador and Spain.
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Detroit 2022 Ambassadors
As icons of success from diverse industries such as sports, music, entertainment, media, and beyond, Special Olympics Unified Cup Detroit 2022 Ambassadors generously lend their time, talent, and resources to support the Special Olympics mission. They are inspirational role models who share a belief in the power to come together, break down barriers, and foster a world of inclusion.
Athletes
Twins Awed By Athletes at World Winter Games 2017
By Jill Hammergren, March 29, 2017
Duncan and Cedric followed their sister Victoria to World Games 2017, and they couldn't stop raving about the athletes.
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FanSided Shines a Spotlight on School of Strength
The following is an excerpt from the article titled Special Olympics’ School of Strength is Going Worldwide published on FaniSided.com.
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