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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.

Urgent Enough—Building Healthy Communities

The founding of the Special Olympics Healthy Communities program in 2012 filled an urgent need for care for athletes around the world.

Making a Difference, One Athlete at a Time

Some 3,000 coaches support and train the athletes who compete at Special Olympics World Games. Their impact can last a lifetime.

FIBA Europe's Kamil Novak 2016 Message

FIBA Europe's Kamil Novak showed his support for Special Olympics European Basketball Week #EBW2016 #PlayUnified

See for Yourself—Why You Should Get Involved

Why get involved with Special Olympics? A few of our famous supporters tell us what keeps them coming back.

Healthy Athletes: Training for Games, Training for Life

The Special Olympics Healthy Athletes Program empowers athletes to play well and live healthy lives.

Healthy Athletes: Making a Difference

The Special Olympics Healthy Athletes clinics, run by trained volunteers, are making a huge impact in the lives of athletes.

A Very Special Christmas

'A Very Special Christmas' broke records as the most successful benefit recording series ever. Take a look behind the scenes.

Celebrating Our Unified Sports Milestone!

Special Olympics Chairman Tim Shriver and Maryland athlete Terrel Limerick shared some big news about an amazing accomplishment.

How Unified Sports Helped Them Become Best Friends

Jessie and Allie lived in the same neighborhood. They never met—until Unified Sports brought them together. Watch their amazing story.

'A Very Special Christmas': Brief History of the Record-Breaking Music Series

Since 1987, the biggest voices in the recording industry have lent their talents to create the 'A Very Special Christmas' album series.

"World of Neglect" -- Narrated by Julianne Moore

This haunting video offers a glimpse into how the world treats children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

Football Leaders Gather in Antwerp for 2016 SOEE Football Conference

The 2016 Special Olympics Europe Eurasia Football Coordinators’ Meeting took place in Antwerp March 11-12.
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