In the News
In every corner of the earth, Special Olympics is changing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities. These news stories come from all around the world.
People are Openly Using the R-Word Again. But Why? - Boston Globe
The following is an excerpt from The Boston Globes’ article, “‘I’m really terrified’: Disability rights advocates concerned about return of r-word” on the resurgence of the r-word:
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#EBW2024 Takes Over Schools: Building a Unified Generation through Basketball!
European Basketball Week 2024 will focus on schools and Unified Basketball among the younger generations
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Special Olympics & UEFA: a Partnership in a League of its Own
We look back on a fantastic year of football cooperation and celebration and reflect on the powerful partnership between Special Olympics and UEFA.
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Special Olympics and Refugees: Bridging Communities Through Sports
The Special Olympics' "Unified with Refugees" initiative is breaking down barriers and fostering connections between Special Olympics athletes and refugee communities across Europe, Asia, and Africa.
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Looking to the Future at the Special Olympics Europe Eurasia Leadership Conference 2024
The Special Olympics Europe Eurasia Regional Leadership Conference, hosted by Special Olympics Germany and supported by the German Ministry for the Interior and Community, Sports Metropolis Berlin, Toyota Motor Europe and Lions Clubs International Foundation, took place in Berlin on 15 and 16 October.
Excellence in Action: Expanding Unified Champion Schools Across Europe Eurasia
The Excellence in Action: Expanding Unified Champion Schools Across Europe Eurasia event brought together leaders, mentors, educators, and youth with and without intellectual disabilities from across Europe and Eurasia.
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Special Olympics Presents on Ongoing Health Equity Projects at the 2024 American Public Health Association (APHA) Annual Meeting ‘Key Session’
Special Olympics Presents on Ongoing Health Equity Projects at the 2024 American Public Health Association (APHA) Annual Meeting ‘Key Session’
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Remembering Quincy Jones
Quincy Jones wasn’t just a music industry legend; he was a true leader in spreading the message of inclusion! His dedication to the A Very Special Christmas (AVCS) albums is unmatched, helping bring people together through the power of music.
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Excellence in Action: Expanding Unified Champion Schools Across Middle East/North Africa
The Special Olympics MENA Unified Champion Schools (UCS) Hub event, titled Excellence in Action: Expanding UCS across the MENA region, was held from October 23 to October 26, 2024.
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Highlights from First-Ever Unified Champion Schools Competition Worldwide
For the first time, Special Olympics MENA hosted a regional competition dedicated to Unified Champion Schools, bringing together athletes and youth leaders from across the region to compete in unified sports.
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Celebrating the Launch of the First UCS Music Video: A Vibrant Tribute to Inclusion
Check out the first-ever UCS (Unified Champion Schools) music video!
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Introducing UCS Ambassadors: Championing Inclusion and Empowering Youth Leaders in MENA
This first-of-its-kind project brings the voices of youth to the forefront, offering them a platform to lead, inspire, and create more inclusive communities through the transformative power of sports.
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