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INCLUSION AROUND THE WORLD
From kids to communities, see inspirational examples of how inclusion is taking root, and leading to real change, both at home and around the world.
Fromtriblive.com
2 Westmoreland schools recognized by Special Olympics for inclusive programming
Two Westmoreland County schools were recognized by the Special Olympics for offering inclusive programming for students of all abilities.
FromMashable
Why are people using the R-word again?
Once pushed to the margins of acceptable language thanks to campaigns like "Spread the Word to End the Word," the R-word all but disappeared from common use by the early 2010s.
Special Olympics Ambassador has Unique Story to Tell
At age 26, Amanda Harrinauth was properly diagnosed with autism. She turns 35 in November.
FromSOOLeader.com
State Unified Sports and Inclusion Center Expands
MiABLE proudly partnered with Special Olympics Michigan (SOMI) on Thursday to celebrate the expansion of SOMI’s Unified Sports and Inclusion Center in Byron Center.
FromWDay Radio
West Fargo High School receives national Special Olympics recognition
Special Olympics is awarding the school with national banner recognition for providing inclusive sports/activities for learners w/wo intellectual disabilities.
FromNBC Connecticut
Matt Finkel goes ‘Over the Edge' for Special Olympics Connecticut
Matt was joined by Special Olympics Global Messenger Matt Glad, who was making his 14th rappel. This is the third year the two have gone down Mohegan Sun side by side.
FromWIBW 13
Two local athletes to compete at Special Olympics World Winter Games
Allison Schell, of Frankfort, and Bekah Henderson, of Topeka, will compete in the World Winter Games Turin 2025.
FromWCYB 5 NBC
Jonesborough native to represent Special Olympics USA in 2025
Chris Furches of Jonesborough of Tennessee is set to represent North America at the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025.
3 Alaskans selected to represent Team USA at 2025 Special Olympics Winter World Games
Sulynnette Vega-Ledesma, Tanana Valley’s Teagan Lockwood and Mat-Su’s Nathaniel Hunt who will be competing in Alpine skiing.
Williamsport man lights Torch of Hope at PA Special Olympics Summer Games
A Williamsport man who has been lighting a torch and directing the pathway for dozens of Special Olympics athletes over the years received recognition recently.
FrommyRGV.com
Local Topgolf joins Special Olympics for worldwide fundraiser
Topgolf of Pharr will be one of 40 sites around the world hosting a first-ever golf competition in the Special Olympics.
FromYouTube
Decorated 22-year-old athlete says there's more to the Special Olympics than awards
Catherine Darrow says the Special Olympics has given her a voice and a purpose.
West Orange High Alum, Swimmer Victor Wright Wins 50-Meter Breaststroke at Special Olympics Florida Event
Wright won the Special Olympics Florida Area 6 swimming competition and will move on to regionals.
FromNBC KRAK 4 News
Hot Springs Special Olympics Swimmer Exceeding Expectations in and out of the Pool
Anna Kate Slatton swims her way to the top in the Arkansas Special Olympics, finding herself a support system while making waves of victory in the pool.
FromKeysNews.com
CHANGING THE CULTURE: Dixon embodies coaches oath of Special Olympics
“He made Special Olympics cool,” said Coleman—Dixon has recruited more than 30 peers to volunteer at Special Olympic events. “He’s leaving a legacy that’s amazing.”
FromWRDE.com
Clinical Director for Special Olympics Delaware honored with health leadership award
Don Blackburn, the Clinical Director for the Opening Eyes program of Special Olympics Delaware has been awarded the 2024 Golisano Health Leadership Award.
FromABC KQ2
Special Olympics athletes visit Chiefs training camp Tuesday morning
(ST. JOSEPH, Mo.) The Kansas City Chiefs had some visitors out at training camp on Tuesday morning.
Washougal Students Advance to Special Olympics Unified All-Star Soccer Game
Two Washougal High School students represented the Seattle Sounders FC at the 2024 Special Olympics Unified Sports All-Star Game on Tuesday, July 23.
From989xfm.ca
Christian Gerro, Matthew Anderson named Recipients of Special Olympics Nova Scotia Provincial Awards
Two Antigonish County athletes have been named recipients of provincial awards by Special Olympics Nova Scotia.
Nashville SC’s selected players for Special Olympics Unified All Star Game
Nashville’s Chris Parks and Adam Ramírez have been named to the 2024 Special Olympics Unified Sports All Star Soccer Game on July 23 at Historic Crew Stadium.
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