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.
Cities of Inclusion Summit in Philadelphia
Special Olympics Pennsylvania hosted a “Cities of Inclusion” Summit to create a vision for Philadelphia as an inclusive city.
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Togetherness: Rowan University Recognized for Pioneering Inclusion on College Campuses
Rowan University was recognized as a top-five Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools®. Rowan was the first in New Jersey and one of the original collegiate programs in the country to embrace togetherness in sports and education.
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SKF and Special Olympics France: A Powerful Partnership
Through the power of football, a strong bond has developed between SKF and Special Olympics France athletes.
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“I’m Not Afraid to Play!”
Kimberley and Rachel, aged 16, are the only two girls on their football squad of ten. They represent a new generation of girls with intellectual disabilities determined to spread their passion for football far and wide!
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Daniel Smrokowski Celebrates the Global Week of Inclusion
During the week of July 15–20 as our Special Olympics movement celebrates a Global Week of Inclusion, I would like to share with you how I will be showcasing inclusion and “celebrate togetherness.”
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Renee Manfredi Reflects on Inclusion
As the Global Week of Inclusion began I thought, "what does inclusion really mean, what does it really look like?"
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Hanna Atkinson Makes the Most of Global Week of Inclusion
To celebrate inclusion in my life, I was able to take part in some really fun events during the Global Week of Inclusion!
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Leading Unified with Special Olympics
From 23 July – 26 July, Special Olympics had the opportunity to attend the 24th Annual World Scout Jamboree, hosted by the World Organization of the Scout Movement, at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in Mt. Hope, West Virginia.
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Gothia Special Olympics Trophy: Results
30 teams. 15 nations. Six groups. After 72 matches over four days, by the time the Gothia Special Olympics Trophy finals took place, every player on the pitch was deserving of triumph!
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SHAPE America and Special Olympics sign Memorandum of Understanding to Formalize Longstanding Partnership
In Sioux Falls, South Dakota on 31 July 2019 SHAPE America (Society of Health and Physical Educators) and Special Olympics have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to formalize a partnership that has been in effect for over 50 years.
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The Sweet Sounds of Competition
Special Olympics and Starkey Hearing Foundation Partnership Brings the Gift of Hearing to World Games Athletes.
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