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.
Leading the Way in Ireland: Philomena O’Hare
Learn how she went from the playing field to membership on the international Special Olympics Sports Rules Advisory Committee.
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Video: Africa’s Triumph at World Winter Games 2017!
One hundred and thirty Special Olympics athletes were representing the Africa region, from 7 countries, in 4 different sports.
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The Joy of Athletes Is Priceless to Swaziland National Director
Babazile Langa oversaw Swaziland's win of the annual President’s Award for outstanding work among the Africa Region’s 21 programs.
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Special Olympics Cyprus Athletes Join Unified Football Project
Young athletes from Special Olympics Cyprus, together with MetLife volunteers, participated in Special Olympics European Football week.
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Outgoing Chair of Special Olympics Malawi Honored
Peter Mazunda was been honored with an Award of Service for his many years of contribution to the Special Olympics movement.
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Special Olympics Helped Samantha Conquer a Fear
With the help of Special Olympics, she has come to love the water. Find out why that might have been unlikely several years ago.
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UNICEF Kosovo Supports Young Athletes in Kosovo
UNICEF Kosovo agreed to help ensure that children with intellectual disabilities are involved in inclusive play and sport activities.
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How David Egan Found His Voice Through Sports
David Egan has always dreamed big. Learn how he is changing attitudes toward people with intellectual disabilities.
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Training Camp in Palestine Helps Prepare Athletes
It featured bocce, five-a-side football and table tennis with the participation of seven sub programs.
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Healthy Athletes Expands to the Baltic States
Our programs have improved the health of our athletes around the globe. In many cases, the programs have profoundly changed lives.
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Ashley: Setting Goals—Then Exceeding Them
At more than 300 pounds, Ashley was motivated to make changes in both her fitness and nutrition regimens. Learn what inspired her.
Flame of Hope Travels to Alaskan Special Olympics Facility
It was also carried through towns from the temperate rain forests and coast of the southeast, to the frozen tundra of the north.
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