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.
3x3 Unified Basketball World Cup Draw Sets First Round of Play
The Special Olympics Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cup Draw Ceremony was held today in San Juan, Puerto Rico officially marking the start of the World Cup and setting the stage for what teams, spectators, families, and basketball fans around the world can expect for gameplay come 5 – 7 December.
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Special Olympics International Joins United Nations Football for the Goals Initiative
As one of the World’s leading football organizations for people with and without intellectual disabilities, Special Olympics is proud to become a member of the United Nations Football For The Goals initiative.
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Youth Empowered, Leaders Inspired: Fabricio Valdéz
When Fabricio first walked through the doors of an English institute in Mendoza, Argentina, he was searching for one thing: a way to improve his language skills.
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Special Olympics Athletes Make History on Formula 1 Racecar
For the first time ever, Special Olympics athletes are featured on a Formula 1 racecar, part of the Visibility Drives Change initiative powered by TeamViewer, an official partner of Formula 1.
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A Vision for a More Inclusive World
Once denied the chance to grow academically and personally, Alvaro found in Special Olympics a door that had long been closed to him.
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Now Open: Media Registration for Unified Volleyball World Cup Poland 2025
We’re excited to announce that media registration for the Unified Volleyball World Cup Poland 2025 is officially open! Members of the press and media professionals are invited to apply for accreditation to cover this global event.
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Highlights to Headlines
RJ Nealon's journey with Special Olympics began with a letter. At just 10 years old, he reached out to the CEO of Special Olympics, eager to get involved. Now, RJ is working for Special Olympics athletes to find their voice.
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Gothia Special Olympics Trophy 2025 Wraps Up in Gothenburg
25 teams from 16 nations bring energy to the 50th edition of the annual football event in Sweden.
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Special Olympics Announces the 2025 – 2027 Global Youth Leadership Council
In celebration of International Youth Day, Special Olympics is proud to announce the newly selected 2025 – 2027 Global Youth Leadership Council (GYLC).
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Football For All: Special Olympics and UEFA Mark 26 Years of Partnership at UEFA Fan Festivals Across Europe
Football stands as one of the most beloved team sports among Special Olympics athletes across Europe and Eurasia, and UEFA’s support has been instrumental in elevating these opportunities ever since the establishment of our partnership in 1999.
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Sports Business Journal: Special Olympics Names New President & CEO
The following is an excerpt from Sport Business Journal’s article, “Special Olympics names new president & CEO” announcing David Evangelista, the current President and Managing Director of Special Olympics Europe Eurasia, as the new Special Olympics International President and CEO beginning 1 January 2026.
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Special Olympics Announces David Evangelista as New Chief Executive Officer
The following is an excerpt from the press release, “Special Olympics Announces David Evangelista as New Chief Executive Officer” detailing the appointment of David Evangelista as Special Olympics International’s President and Chief Executive Officer effective 1 January 2026.
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