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.
Remembering Aretha Franklin, "A Very Special Christmas" Artist
“Aretha Franklin brought joy to millions — and engaged as many hearts and minds through her advocacy,” Special Olympics Chairman Tim Shriver said.
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We’re ready for the Inclusion Revolution, are you?
This week Special Olympics unveiled a revamped website. Our goal? Make it easy for you to get involved, read inspiring stories of our athletes and learn more about our movement.
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Slovakia Wins Inaugural Unified Cup
Slovakia returned home from Chicago as champions of the inaugural Special Olympics Unified Cup presented by Toyota.
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Smithsonian Highlights Our Athletes, Our History
“Special Olympics at 50” exhibit at the National Museum of American History celebrates diversity and inclusion in sports
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See How the World Lit Up to Mark Our 50th Anniversary
More than 225 landmarks across the planet proudly displayed a familiar color in celebration of Special Olympics.
Singapore's Play Inclusive 2018 Was a Hit
Some 450 participants from 38 different schools took part in Football, Floorball, Basketball and Badminton.
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Celebrating 50 Years of Inclusion
Watch some of the incredible moments from the last 50 years of Special Olympics.
Special Olympics Azerbaijan-UNFPA Project Kicked Off
A total of 40 girls, aged 14 to 17, and their coaches gathered at the Baku Sports Palace for their first Unified Football training.
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Europe Eurasia Committees Discuss Regional Plans in Slovakia
The Europe Eurasia Leadership Council and the Competition and Training Advisory Committee met to discuss upcoming events.
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Latvia Held First Law Enforcement Torch Run
Latvia recently held its first ever Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) for Special Olympics in Riga!
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Sport and Health Event Shows Inclusion at Its Best
Over 350 Special Olympics athletes and students along with 130 university students gathered for a sport and health event in Tuzla.
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Special Olympics Florida Summer Games Saw New Innovation
Bocce courts featuring a revolutionary design took center stage—find out what was so different about them.
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