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.
New Documentary Follows 9-Year Old Ukrainian Refugee’s First Steps
The award-winning documentary "When We Get Home" by Kathleen Shriver and Walking Films is a poignant exploration of the profound impact of war on marginalized communities, with a particular focus on individuals with intellectual disabilities. By focusing on three orphan refugees from the war in Ukraine, the vulnerabilities of these individuals become starkly apparent, as limited access to resources, disruptions in essential services, and the breakdown of support systems exacerbate their challenges.
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New Sport Partnership Driving Special Olympics Golfers to the Game
The following is an article published by the International Sports Press Association (AIPS) on the growth and development of Special Olympics golfers and the sport of golf through Special Olympics’ partnership with Topgolf:
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The Olympics Celebrate Special Olympics Mother During World Down Syndrome Day
On World Down Syndrome Day 2024, Special Olympics athletes, families, coaches and staff were being celebrated just as much as they were celebrating.
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BWF: Friendship Around the Shuttlecock
The Badminton World Federation (BWF) held a badminton clinic in West Africa in which Special Olympics Senegal and Gambia athletes and coaches were invited and able to take part in. This is an excerpt from the BWF’s article:
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Perth Amboy High School Honored for Special Olympics Participation
Perth Amboy High School in Middlesex County, New Jersey is being honored for their work with Special Olympics as a 2024 Special Olympics Unified Champion School.
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Kayleigh Williamson Recognized by FanSided for International Women’s Day
On International Women’s Day, FanSided recognizes Kayleigh Williamson and 19 other women who have made strides for women and people everywhere in the realm of diversity, equity and inclusion. The following is an excerpt from the FanSided article on Kayleigh:
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Special Olympics Europe Eurasia Joins Forces with The Scort Foundation To Boost Disability Inclusion Through Sport
Educational opportunities through football development to be provided to people with intellectual disabilities across the region
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NBA star Tony Snell speak out for 1st time on autism diagnosis: ‘I am the way I am’
Special Olympics supporter, Tony Snell, spoke with TODAY Show’s Craig Melvin to share his experience of finding out he has autism after his child was diagnosed with autism.
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U.S. Senator Honors Chief Inspiration Officer Loretta Claiborne
Loretta Claiborne, Chief Inspiration Officer, received recognition from U.S. Senator Bob Casey from Pennsylvania (Claiborne’s home state) during Black History Month.
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Special Olympics’ CIO Loretta Claiborne featured by ESPN for Black History Month
During Black History Month, ESPN featured Special Olympics’ Chief Inspiration Officer Loretta Claiborne as a way to highlight her life achievements and her journey with Special Olympics while she continues to be a fearless leader for the Special Olympics Movement.
Special Olympics Continues to get Active in Winter Sports
The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) shared the following excerpt about Special Olympics’ involvement in World Snow Day and the Special Olympics Great Britain Winter Games in Italy.
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Special Olympics Announces New Rosemary Collaboratory Initiative to Help Strengthen Health Systems to Include those with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Rosemary Kennedy inspired Eunice Kennedy Shriver to found Special Olympics, and Special Olympics is excited to further honor her memory with the newly launched Rosemary Collaboratory.
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