Stories
These global stories are about the power of Special Olympics to inspire hope, confidence and courage. Special Olympics changes the lives of our athletes with intellectual disabilities but also our coaches, families, volunteers and others who have the opportunity to take part.
A Powerful Example of Inclusion
The partnership between Special Olympics El Salvador and the Santa Tecla Soccer Club made for a powerful World Down Syndrome Day commemoration.
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Special Olympics CEO Mary Davis Quoted by Forbes about “Mental Health Action Day”
In an announcement about a coalition of 200 organizations and businesses launching the first-ever Mental Health Action Day, Forbes quoted Special Olympics CEO Mary Davis.
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The Power of Partnerships in Tanzania
Special Olympics Tanzania leverages partnerships with sport federations and the Tanzania Scout Association to engage millions of youth in inclusive sport and education.
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Nick Turns Isolation During COVID into a New—and Healthy—Start.
Many people with intellectual disabilities live sedentary lives and have unhealthy eating habits. Data collected by Special Olympics shows that 80% of athletes with intellectual disabilities are overweight or obese.
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Meet Tan Yee Shu: Fitness Leader and Weight-loss Role Model!
At the 2019 World Games, Tan Yee Shu was known as the talented and motivated captain of his Unified basketball team. He continued that leadership even after competitions and in-person training halted due to COVID-19.
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People Reports on Newest Special Olympics Global Ambassador, Charles Melton
People Reports on newest Special Olympics Global Ambassador, Charles Melton.
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A Young Unified Partner from India Makes History by Scaling New Heights at Kilimanjaro
A Special Olympics India Unified Partner becomes youngest Asian girl to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro
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Sports Illustrated Features Special Olympics Athlete Derek Baker as He Draws Attention of WWE Champions
Sports Illustrated features Special Olympics athlete Derek Baker as he draws the attention of WWE Champions.
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Nickelodeon and NFHS join the Special Olympics Unified Classroom
Learn to Lead with the #UnifiedGeneration
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Staying Fit and Staying Connected on the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace
International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, occurring on 6 April, was created by the U.N. in 2013 to recognize the impact that sport can have on human rights issues. For 2021, the theme is resiliency—building back stronger and better.
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LaCapra Inspires Students, Makes Impact Beyond Competition
Coach LaCapra, of Oxford High School, was awarded the SONA Outstanding Coach award for Unified Champion Schools.
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