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Inclusion around the World
From kids to communities, see inspirational examples of how inclusion is taking root, and leading to real change, both at home and around the world.
FromMSN
Train 4 Life helps improve fitness and health of Special Olympics athletes
For more than 50 years, Special Olympics has used the power of sports to enhance the lives of people with intellectual disabilities.
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Building community through sport
“I would say that the main goal of Unified is to encourage athlete partner interactions, both on the field and off the field,” Fonkalsrud said.
Special Olympics Targets 600,000 Coaches by 2030 with Nike Partnership
Aiming to grow coaching roster by a 140% increase over six years.
FromJTV
Lisa Hendricks, Polar Plunge & Gage Losey, Special Olympics Athlete
He took the plunge last year and is planning to do it again this year.
SBJ Unpacks: Expanding the Special Olympics’ ‘come play’ philosophy
David Evangelista’s setting some ambitious goals for his tenure when it comes to serving the movement’s athletes and growing revenue.
Host cities spread the Special Olympics message globally
The Special Olympics World Games will come to Latin America for the first time in 2027...
New Special Olympics CEO sets ambitious goals to create more opportunities for athletes
"Cement permanent change as to how the world looks at inclusion.”
Backed by Nike, key push underway to recruit Special Olympics coaches
Special Olympics needed to rebuild after COVID, most notably as the organization lost almost half of its coaches.
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Commanders Sam Cosmi takes flight with Special Olympics
Offensive lineman Sam Cosmi is learning a new playbook.
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Volunteers introduce Rhode Island Special Olympic athletes to pickleball
Pickleball continues to surge in popularity across all age groups.
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Special Olympics Unified Basketball 3x3 World Cup
Full schedule, Opening Ceremony and how to watch
Watch along as Puerto Rico and Special Olympics show the power of sport to promote inclusion.
Watch along as Puerto Rico and Special Olympics show the power of sport to promote inclusion.
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Paris to Host 2026 Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup for First Time
Each team is composed of athletes with intellectual disabilities and without (Unified partners) who play on the same team.
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Landmarks Across Canada to be lit Yellow for Motionball's #NoGoodWay Day Campaign
The national anti-bullying campaign hopes to discourage people from using the "R-word"
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From Idaho to the NFL: Special Olympics Athletes’ Designs Go Pro
Colston Loveland will wear custom cleats designed by Special Olympics Idaho athletes next week against the Philadelphia Eagles.
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Special Olympics Volunteer Honoured
Special Olympics B.C. offers 18 sports to athletes of all ages and abilities in 55 communities around the province at little or no cost.
CCSD students win gold at Fall State Special Olympics
Two Cherokee County School District students won gold in the Special Olympics 2025 State Fall Games.
Oak Bay Special Olympics volunteer recognized for dedication
Two longtime Special Olympics BC volunteers were recognized with national honors for their dedication to supporting athletes with intellectual disabilities.
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Bulloch County students shine at Special Olympics hosted by William James Middle School
The event celebrated inclusion, teamwork, and the accomplishments of children with special needs throughout the district.
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Olathe East gets National Recognition for Special Olympics, Unified Sports Programs
The honor roll is meant to highlight schools that meet national standards of inclusion.
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Special Olympics Tennis Star is ready for the Experience of a Lifetime
Tennis athlete Kara Diachenko is honored to represent North Carolina at the 2026 USA Special Olympics Summer Games
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Special Olympics Athletes Spend the day at Orion Ranch Sanctuary
The event, Heats and Hooves, was a chance for athletes to meet rescued horses, donkeys, and other animals.
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Special Olympics Montana Basketball Tournament found their "Guy" (YouTube)
Guy volunteers his time to the organization.
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