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.
Super-Pop Group Helps 'Make Dreams Come True' in Thailand
Ahead of the 2019 World Games in Abu Dhabi, Special Olympics Thailand got some super support from Thai super girls group BNK48.
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Timothy Shriver pens NBC Op-ED Explaining Federal School Funding
Special Olympics survived Betsy DeVos' attempt to axe our school programs. Here's what we do for America's kids.
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Renee Manfredi: A Messenger with a Mission
Renee Manfredi is a leader, athlete, singer and master of four languages who just happens to have autism.
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World Autism Awareness Day
An internationally recognized day on 2 April every year to raise awareness about people with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Learn more and read stories about Autism.
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Special Olympics responds to proposed funding cuts for education programs in the United States
Every day around the world, Special Olympics ends bullying and discrimination of people with intellectual disabilities—often the most marginalized people in society.
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Tajha found her voice as part of the Unified Generation
The United States has been a global leader in creating a more inclusive world through their support from the U.S. Office of Special Education Programs and the U.S. Department of Education.
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Rhode Island Special Educators Attend Special Olympics 50th Anniversary Celebration
At the heart of every person’s passion for Special Olympics is a story: a reason and a driving force for why one is so invested in inclusion.
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Unified Champion Schools Through the Eyes of Students
Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools, a youth engagement and activation strategy that promotes school communities of respect and dignity, is fortunate to be able to support and interact with schools and students across the country.
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A Summer for Inclusive Youth Leadership
With school going back in session all over the country, Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools is so proud to look back at all that was accomplished this past summer.
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‘Anything is possible’: Jamaican athlete touches hearts at Special Olympics World Games
He kneels down, resting his hands on the ground in front of his body. He then slowly drags his feet towards his arms. He starts running, gnashing his teeth and using his arms to support himself.
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Unified Champion Schools® Work Proven to Increase Inclusion
Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® builds on Special Olympics’ values, principles, practices, experiences and impacts to shape a generation that welcomes everyone.
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Sargent Shriver International Global Messengers at the World Games
Sargent Shriver International Global Messengers have been busy at the 2019 World Games!
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