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.
FIS and Special Olympics Expand Partnership
The International Ski Federation (FIS) and Special Olympics (SOI) are joining forces to engage athletes with and without intellectual disabilities.
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Timothy Shriver Lists 5 Actionable Ways to Improve U.S. Schools
Timothy Shriver's interview in Authority Magazine.
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Special Olympics Athlete Finds Motivation in Virtual Events
Amber Gertsch is a very active athlete from Special Olympics Utah. She continues to compete in virtual walking events.
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Celebrating Women's History Day 2021
Video highlighting the increasing number of participation by female athletes.
Special Olympics Athletes Shine at Virtual NFL Big Game Media Tour
Special Olympics takes part in the Big Game media tour virtually.
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Caley Versfelt Breaks Barriers in Hollywood
Caley Versfelt guest stars in an episode of ABC's The Good Doctor. As a person with an intellectual disability, she represents just 3% that is employed in the entertainment industry.
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Special Olympics Colorado Athlete Makes History as First Athlete to Co-Chair a Program Board
Mackenzie Beauvais-Nikl becomes first Special Olympics athlete to co-chair a Program board.
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Remembering Arne Sorenson, Special Olympics Board Member
Special Olympics is mourning the loss of Board Member Arne Sorenson. He passed away this week at the age of 62.
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Announcing the Launch of the NEW 2021 Special Olympics Football Coaching Guide
Special Olympics Coach Education and Development is delighted to announce the launch of the NEW 2021 Football Coaching Guide.
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World Winter Games Kazan 2022 Logo Revealed
The Special Olympics World Winter Games Kazan 2022 logo was reveal on 5 February, during an event where it was projected on the Kazan, Russia Kremlin UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site.
Special Olympics Georgia Athlete Sets Bar High in Gymnastics as an Athlete and Coach
Special Olympics Georgia athlete Lani DeMello continues to achieve incredible things in athletics and coaching gymnastics.
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News of the Special Olympics World Winter Games in Kazan, Russia Spreads Far and Wide
On the shores of the Volga River lies the snow-dusted city of Kazan, Russia.
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