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 and American Physical Therapy Association Unveil New Partnership
The organizations have been long-time partners, working to advance the health and fitness of Special Olympics athletes since 1968.
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‘Together We Walk’ for Social Inclusion in Korea
Around 3,000 unified participants enjoyed numerous outdoor activities at the June 2017 event.
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See Highlights From 2017 European Football Week
More than 40,000 athletes with and without intellectual disabilities participated in 2017. Look back at some of the highlights.
A Very Special Eunice Kennedy Shriver Day in Malawi
The message of Eunice Kennedy Shriver and Special Olympics has a very special place in one of Africa’s smallest countries.
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Unified Champion Schools – Our Challenge to You
Learn how Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools challenges all students across the United States to make their school inclusive.
A New Milestone for Special Olympics in Greece
Special Olympics Hellas in Greece is celebrating a fantastic accomplishment!
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Special Olympics Malta Reaches Out to Refugees
They held come-and-try sessions in golf, hockey and football, as well as Young Athletes and Healthy Athletes promotion sessions.
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Louisiana Athlete Receives Honorary ESPY
Craig Blackburn competes in bowling, bocce, aquatics, and basketball. Find out what he said his award meant to him.
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Reach Out on EKS Day
"The world needs a unified revolution, a dignity revolution and an inclusion revolution." Find out how you can get involved.
Special Olympics Russia Athletes Realized a Dream
The athletes' dream became a reality when they served as flag bearers at the recent FIFA Confederations Cup 2017.
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How Kester Edwards Has Had a Major Impact
The longtime Special Olympics athlete is a member of the very first class of Sargent Shriver International Global Messengers.
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Pam Langille Named an International Global Messenger
Pam has been chosen as one of 12 Sargent Shriver International Global Messengers, serving as a spokesperson for Special Olympics.
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