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.
Europe Eurasia Athletes Got Big Homecomings After Winter Games
Just under 1400 triumphant athletes from the Europe Eurasia region arrived back as heroes following the World Winter Games in Austria.
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Israeli Swimmers Stood Out at 2017 Open Water Event
Eight swimmers from Special Olympics Israel took part in an Open Water event in Achziv at the northern part of the country on May 6.
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Egyptian President Honors 2017 World Games Athletes
President Abdel Fattah El Sisi recognized athletes as they brought home an impressive 5 medals in 2017 World Winter Games in Austria.
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Special Olympics Bahamas, Engaging The Youth
On April 11, Special Olympics Bahamas held its annual local season ending soccer tournament, bu there was one important difference.
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Global Forum on Inclusion During #Austria2017
See highlights and hear from the guests and officials who attended the 2017 forum funded by the European Union.
MATP Spells Joy
The Motor Activity Training Program works with people with intellectual disabilities who otherwise might not be engaged in sports.
Sureka Gammeddage Is No Stranger to Obstacles
From training without shoes to using broomsticks in floorball practice, she knows what it means to persevere.
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Behind the Scenes at 2017 World Winter Games
Ever wonder what it's like for athletes at Special Olympics World Games? See the 2017 World Games in Austria from their eyes.
How Sam Muir-James Conquered Lake Taupo
The Special Olympics New Zealand athlete powered through an amazing 40.5km swim from Taupo to Turangi.
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Dancer Robert Wallop's Performance Draws Standing Ovation
Robert won back to back gold medals at the 2015 Summer Games in Los Angeles and the 2017 World Winter Games in Graz, Austria.
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2017 Golisano Global Health Leadership Award Honorees
This is the highest Special Olympics honor for health partners. See who won the inaugural awards, and why their work matters so much.
2017 Winter Games Athletes Delivered in Extraordinary Fashion
"Athletes from across Europe Eurasia came to these Games to showcase their talents, their passion and the results of their hard work."
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