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.
Special Olympics Chief Health Officer Calls for Vaccine Equity in Boston Herald
Dr. Alicia Bazzano, MD, PH.D, MPH calls for immediate COVID-19 vaccination prioritization of people with intellectual disabilities.
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Julen Lopetegui: My pride as a Special Olympics Global Ambassador
Julen Lopetegui, Sevilla FC Manager, expresses pride and excitement as he renews as Special Olympics Global Ambassador.
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Simone Perona Becomes First Athlete with Intellectual Disabilities to Run Biultra 24-Hour Ultramarathon!
Simone Perona, Special Olympics Italy marathon runner, competes in the BiUltra ultramarathon—a 24-hour-long race run yearly in Biella, Northern Italy.
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‘Let’s Play Together’ Campaign Sweeps Across Poland!
’Let’s play together because we are equal’ (Grajmy razem bo jesteśmy równi) is the motto of the brand new Special Olympics Poland campaign which is taking the country by storm!
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A Critical Moment for Inclusive Health
Special Olympics Latin America launches Mission Moment: Inclusive Health!
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Special Olympics Releases New Oral Health Resources with The Smile Generation
Millions of Americans lack access to basic dental care. Moreover, an alarming percentage of people with special needs are unaware of the condition of their oral health.
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Finding Her Voice Through Unified Sports
In a remote town in Haryana, Bharat, Unified Schools and Sports are helping youth with and without disabilities find confidence and acceptance.
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"We Are More Alike Than Different:" A Principal's Reflection on Play Unified: Learn Unified
A special education school principal from China reflects on the positive impact that Unified Sports has had on local students with and without disabilities.
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Amplifying Our Reach Through a Powerful Partnership
GOLTV and Special Olympics Ecuador partner for inclusion!
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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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