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 South Africa Chooses Inclusion
Inclusion must go beyond the playing field, to empower people with intellectual disabilities to live up to their fullest potential.
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Special Olympics South Africa Hosted Athletes Screening
We were able to help educate the community about proper health care for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
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From Athlete Leaders to Health Leaders
In this video, we go behind-the-scenes at an Athlete Health Leader workshop. After training, athletes can pass on their knowledge.
Special Olympics Featured in Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Museum
"Brave in the Attempt: Special Olympics in Louisiana" explores the history of Special Olympics with an emphasis on Louisiana.
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Hungary Welcomes Josh Cartu as National Ambassador
The Ferrari race driver visited the Special Olympics offices in Budapest. He also has a personal special interest in Special Olympics.
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Gaston County 2018 Spring Games Set Local Record
Athletes enjoyed Olympic town and a 50 balloon release in honor of the 50th anniversary of Special Olympics. Learn about their record.
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Special Olympics South Africa Partnered With TOMS
All nine provinces took a quantity of TOMS shoes for their athletes.
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Northwestern State University Joins Special Olympics Louisiana as a Unified Champion School
April marked the third year of Northwestern State University hosting the Louisiana Special Olympics Red River Area Athletics Meet.
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Athletes Engage at Europe Eurasia Athlete Input Council
The group allows athletes to raise their voices, and provide guidance on the development of Special Olympics as a movement.
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Alessandra Palazzotti Receives Women’s Sport Award 2017
She was honored for her commitment to use sports to unify and integrate people with and without Intellectual Disabilities.
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Khadija Zen Al Abdeen from Mauritania, the First Female Athlete ever to be sent to Compete outside Her Home Country
The twenty-three-year-old joined Special Olympics Mauritania in 2006 and competed in table tennis at the 2018 MENA Regional Games in Abu Dhabi.
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Light Up the World for Special Olympics!
Special Olympics is calling on Europe Eurasia to light up red in a global show of inclusion this July. Special Olympic celebrates the 50 years of our movement this summer. To mark this major milestone, Special Olympics is asking everyone to Light Up for Inclusion! On July 20th, 2018 landmarks, stadia and iconic buildings around the world will turn red in a global act of unity. This exciting event will be global demonstration of tolerance, respect and a celebration of difference. Lighting up red for inclusion will help bring urgency and awareness for the inclusion for people with intellectual disabilities all over the world. David Evangelista, President and Managing Director, Special Olympics Europe Eurasia, is encouraging programmes to get involved: "As one of the largest regions, we are hoping that SOEE programmes answer this call and nominate a landmark and engage a contact to confirm a willingness to take part in the initiative." Find out more email fhynes@specialolympics.org
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