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.
We’re ready for the Inclusion Revolution, are you?
This week Special Olympics unveiled a revamped website. Our goal? Make it easy for you to get involved, read inspiring stories of our athletes and learn more about our movement.
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Changing Society by Changing Attitudes
When society underestimates the capabilities of people with intellectual disabilities, opportunities are lost. We're working to change those minds.
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Danielle Lieble at the White House
July 31 2014, President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama hosted a dinner around “A Celebration of Special Olympics and A Unified Generation” at the White House.
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Slovakia Wins Inaugural Unified Cup
Slovakia returned home from Chicago as champions of the inaugural Special Olympics Unified Cup presented by Toyota.
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Smithsonian Highlights Our Athletes, Our History
“Special Olympics at 50” exhibit at the National Museum of American History celebrates diversity and inclusion in sports
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See How the World Lit Up to Mark Our 50th Anniversary
More than 225 landmarks across the planet proudly displayed a familiar color in celebration of Special Olympics.
Volunteer Talks About the Young Athlete He'll Never Forget
I grew up a lot that day because of the tenacity and effort of that little girl in the wheelchair.
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Youth Voices: Meet Bettina Lehmann, an Inclusive Youth Leader going to Baku!
Bettina Lehmann will represent Special Olympics Germany at the upcoming Global Youth Leadership Forum in Baku, Azerbaijan!
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Take Part in the Delaware Memorial Bridge 5K Run to Acceptance
This year’s event will be held Sept. 30, and raises money for children and adults in Delaware who participate in Special Olympics.
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Singapore's Play Inclusive 2018 Was a Hit
Some 450 participants from 38 different schools took part in Football, Floorball, Basketball and Badminton.
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50 for 50 With Sergeant Brett Sobieraski
The 30 year veteran of the Rochester Police Department ran for 50 hours straight to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Special Olympics.
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