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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.
Global Health Leaders Pledge to End Healthcare Disparities for People with Intellectual Disabilities
Individuals with intellectual disabilities from 20 developing countries can now hope to receive a better quality healthcare services in the next three to five years.
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Meaningful Conversations: Tim & Maria Shriver
Special Olympics Chairman, Tim Shriver joins his sister, Maria Shriver, as a special guest on her podcast “Meaningful Conversations.”
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First Gold Medal Awarded at World Games
The spirit of competition was in full swing during day one of the 2019 Special Olympics World Games in Abu Dhabi.
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First Day of Competition Highlights
The first day of competition, 15 March, at the 2019 World Games in Abu Dhabi kicked off with a number of notable firsts.
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Opening Ceremony Highlights for Largest World Games Ever
The opening ceremony for the 2019 World Games in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates proved to be an energetic and celebratory tribute to the spirit of competition and the power of inclusion.
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Humans of New York covers Special Olympics World Games in Abu Dhabi
Brandon Stanton of Humans of New York will be doing a special series on athletes, coaches, families, and volunteers participating at the Games.
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AIPS and Special Olympics join forces for momentous new Young Reporters Programme at World Games Abu Dhabi
Adding to the milestone occasion of the first World Games in the Middle East and spreading its stories will be six promising journalists from 4 continents as part of a new AIPS Young Reporters Programme.
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Championing Community Health Workers for Inclusive Health
Individuals with intellectual disabilities face significant challenges accessing quality health, including services, resulting in pronounced health disparities and reduced life expectancy.
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Prince Harry Sends Message of Good Luck to Special Olympics Great Britain Team
The Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry, has sent a message of good luck to the Special Olympics Great Britain team on the eve of The Special Olympics World Games 2019.
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Celebrating International Women’s Day
In honor of International Women’s Day, we are celebrating the women participating in the 2019 World Games in Abu Dhabi.
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Female Athletes Shine in Harper’s Bazaar
Harper’s Bazaar Arabia is honoring Special Olympics female athletes in an eight-page spread as part of its March issue.
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Spanish Footballer, Julen Lopetegui, Sends Greetings To Athetes
Julen Lopetegui, Special Olympics Global Ambassador and former Spanish football (soccer) player and manager, wishes good luck to the athletes competing at the 2019 World Games in Abu Dhabi.
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