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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.

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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A Family That Speaks Up

At the heart of Abdel Rahman’s support system is Shahd, Abdel Rahman’s older sister, who realized early that being his sibling meant more than just growing up together; it meant standing up for him.
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Special Olympics Europe Eurasia and the European Canoe Association (Paddle Europe) Sign Historic Partnership Agreement

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed today will see both organisations working even more closely together to bring the joy of inclusive paddle sport to athletes with intellectual disabilities across the region.
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Tender Hearts

When Su Anne Lee was younger, she was quiet, timid, even.But today, she greets customers at a bustling café, shares her story with others, and speaks on behalf of people with intellectual disabilities across Malaysia.
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Special Olympics Asia Pacific Forges First Partnership with lululemon

The new collaboration will drive crucial fitness and wellness programming for people with intellectual disabilities across Malaysia and Vietnam
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Now Streaming on Kanopy

For the first time ever, Kanopy streams Special Olympics produced short documentaries.
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The Unique Spirit of Rugby Returns to Paris!

300 athletes, 26 teams, five countries—as inclusive rugby booms across the region, the Special Olympics France International Flag-Rugby Tournament takes Paris by storm!
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World Refugee Day 2025: Olubunmi’s Story of Healing and Hope in Madrid

This World Refugee Day, we’re celebrating the remarkable story of Olubunmi and her family—originally from Nigeria and now living in Madrid, Spain—who have used the power of sport, dance and music to bring health, healing and enduring hope into their lives.
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Special Olympics Norway Athletes Honored by Prince Sverre Magnus

Special Olympics Norway athletes who competed in Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 were honored in a reception in Oslo by Prince Sverre Magnus on 28 May for their achievements in sport.
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Special Olympics Health Messenger David Duncan Gives Opening Remarks at the Launch of the WHO’s Global Initiative on Health Equity for Persons with Disabilities at the United Nations

Today, Special Olympics is looking back at all the fathers, father-figures, and grandfathers who, through the power of sport, have helped raise, support, coach, and love Special Olympics athletes around the world.
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Special Olympics Athletes Enhance Skills with Coaching at Professional Clubs

Through the Special Champions League project, funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union, eight professional football clubs developed teams for almost 550 athletes with intellectual disabilities.
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