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Remembering Aretha Franklin, "A Very Special Christmas" Artist

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“Aretha Franklin brought joy to millions — and engaged as many hearts and minds through her advocacy,” Special Olympics Chairman Tim Shriver said.
Sport Partnerships

International Canoe Federation

The International Canoe Federation (ICF) formed a partnership with Special Olympics International on 21 June 2022. The objective of the partnership is to enhance mutual interests in providing high quality sporting experiences and opportunities for Special Olympics athletes and Unified partners. The ICF pledged to provide access to free teaching and coaching resources, high quality training opportunities, as well as proclaiming its unanimous support of Special Olympics and the inclusion of paddlesports at the international level.
Videos

Inclusive Health: Bridging the Gap

Inclusive Health: Bridging the Gap
This animation explores challenges those with intellectual disabilities face the healthcare system—and why inclusion is the solution.
Press Releases

Special Olympics and UNHCR Sign Global Agreement to Champion Inclusion for Refugees of All Abilities

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[Geneva, Switzerland – 10 September 2025] Special Olympics and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, have signed a new global Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), reaffirming their shared commitment to empower refugees of all abilities through the transformative power of sport.

𝙉𝙤𝙫𝙞𝙚 𝙆𝙣𝙤𝙬𝙨 - Episode 10: Word Salad Part One

Novie Knows, Episode 10, Word Salad: Getting to know "Love on the Spectrum"
Finding love can feel like searching for a needle in an Earth-shaped haystack. For individuals with autism, that search can feel even more complicated. Director and Executive Producer Cian O’Clery created “Love on the Spectrum” to show just how diverse the experience of finding love can be for individuals with autism, including cast member Dani Bowman.
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Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 “The future is here”

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[Turin, Italy – 12 December] The countdown is on to the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 (Winter Games) which will be staged in Turin, Italy.
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Henry Schein Donates Health Care Products to Support Special Olympics Healthy Athletes® Screenings

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With this donation, the Company promotes wellness and health education for athletes with intellectual disabilities around the world.
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