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.
Pam Langille Named an International Global Messenger
Pam has been chosen as one of 12 Sargent Shriver International Global Messengers, serving as a spokesperson for Special Olympics.
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How Thomas Shimoda Skates Past Adversity
Thomas is fast on the ice-- really fast. At 24 years old, he has put many struggles behind him. Learn more about him.
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Special Olympics Athlete Stephanie Ching Becomes an Advocate
She met with members of Congress, including House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy, to advocate on behalf of Special Olympics.
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Why Coaches Asked Matthew Grabowski to Join a Leadership Team
The role means he is involved in solutions to make all aspects of the program better for athletes. Learn how he got there.
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Special Olympics Mauritius Launched Healthy Communities
The program, launched in 2017, aims to expand services via a year-round model that reaches more athletes.
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Special Olympics Switzerland Teams at FIBA Open 2017
The biggest grassroots basketball event in Switzerland, FIBA Open 2017, took over courts in Mies in June.
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A Life Changed By Football: Said Abdel Lah
Said Abdel Lah’s life changed when he joined Plena Inclusión Ceuta, a partner of Special Olympics Spain.
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How a Nine-Year-Old Athlete Had His Life Changed
Liui’a Nikosiaki had his left leg amputated after a car hit him. He was given crutches, but he outgrew them. Then Fit Feet came along.
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Special Olympics Marks 17th European Football Week
The goal: demonstrate to the world that inclusion through sport is achievable.
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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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