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Community Impact

Special Olympics’ New Children’s Book Series Brings to Life Remarkable Athlete Journeys

Covers of four children books featuring Special Olympics athletes.
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.
Community Impact

Inclusion and 10 Years of ESPN Partnership Celebrated at Perth Amboy High School

By RJ Nealon, April 13, 2024
Students and teachers stand pose for a group photo in a high school gym. They are standing behind a sign that reads "ESPN Special Olympics Unified Sports Global Presenting Sponsor".
The gymnasium at Perth Amboy High School is at capacity with the student body, gearing up for the traditional students vs. teachers basketball game.
Inclusive Health

The 2025 Global Golisano Health Leadership Awards

Young woman presenting another woman with an award.
The Global Golisano Health Leadership Awards recognize health champions—leaders and organizations—that are making a significant contribution to secure equal access to health, fitness or wellness for people with intellectual disabilities.
In the News

Newly elected inclusive committee 'hits the ground running'

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In December 2016 the newly elected regional inclusive Youth Activation Committee met for the first time in Frankfurt, Germany to discuss how to develop youth engagement in their own programs and throughout Europe-Eurasia.
Community Impact

Breast Cancer Awareness

Special Olympics swimming athlete standing with her hands up celebrating wearing a black swim suite, goggles, cap, and her medal; she is standing in front of Special Olympics signage.
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Special Olympics Healthy Communities promoting awareness.
In the News

Christy Sovereign is Leading the Charge for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games

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The following is an article by FanSided, who interviewed Christy Sovereign, the CEO of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games on her involvement with Special Olympics and the preparation of the Games.
Youth Voices

Hiawatha Davis

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Be Yourself. You Are Somebody.
History

2000s: The Sun Never Sets on the Special Olympics Movement

Our fourth decade is all about growth. Millions of athletes are taking part in thousands of competitions every year. The sun never sets on the Special Olympics movement!
Press Releases

Erika Ender Announced as Special Olympics Global Ambassador

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Record-breaking composer, singer-song writer to help advance inclusion for people with intellectual disabilities.

William Duncan

William Duncan - SOMN - US Youth Ambassador
Minnesota
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