Community Impact
Every day, our athletes inspire people everywhere to open their hearts to a wider world of human talents and potential. Learn more about the power Special Olympics has to make real change all around the world.
Special Olympics 50th Anniversary Celebration: FWD and Special Olympics Hong Kong announce 3-year partnership
FWD Group (“FWD”) and Special Olympics Hong Kong (SOHK) join hands for a long-term partnership to support young people with intellectual disabilities.
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Choosing a Fit Life: Every Day Counts
SO athlete Daniel Smrokowski, Chicago Cubs Kyle Hendricks and his wife Emma Hendricks shared their motivations and daily routines.
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Inclusive Fitness Benefits Everyone
It is well documented that people with intellectual disabilities are less active than the general population.
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Health focus: Learning about sexual health & dating at the Special Olympics Netherlands National Games
During the Special Olympics (SO) Netherlands National Games, athletes had the opportunity to learn more about sexual health and dating.
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Special Olympics Youth Innovation Grant Winners Announced
More than 100 youth leaders with and without intellectual disabilities are the inaugural recipients of Special Olympics Youth Innovation grants.
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Better Health Starts with Healthy Athletes
How important is it to get a second opinion? Ask any of the over 1.7 million athletes screened by the Special Olympics Health Program.
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Health Focus: Welcome to Slovenia’s Inclusive Summer Health Camp!
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.
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Health Focus: Building Healthy Communities
Every day fantastic, innovative work is happening within the health sphere in Special Olympics—contributing to our Inclusion Revolution! One fine example is the Healthy Communities programme, supported by the Golisano Foundation.
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Malachie: From Chains to 2019 World Games
From chained in a refugee camp to freedom on the playing field, Malaki is ready to show the world his talents and gifts
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Changing Society by Changing Attitudes
When society underestimates the capabilities of people with intellectual disabilities, opportunities are lost. We're working to change those minds.
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Volunteer Talks About the Young Athlete He'll Never Forget
I grew up a lot that day because of the tenacity and effort of that little girl in the wheelchair.
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Take Part in the Delaware Memorial Bridge 5K Run to Acceptance
This year’s event will be held Sept. 30, and raises money for children and adults in Delaware who participate in Special Olympics.
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