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.
Youngest Member of Bangladesh Team Takes Silver
Learn just how far Mohammad Junaet Islam has come since coaches first met him two years ago.
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United Arab Emirates Athletes Star in the Snow
You might not consider a snow sport story for a team from United Arab Emirates, but four awesome athletes proved that theory wrong.
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Daina Shilts's Performance Shows the Power of Inclusion
Her Super G run in Snowboarding at Special Olympics World Games in Austria wowed fans. Learn what helped her get there.
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The One-Man Teams of Special Olympics
Armenia and FYR Macedonia were the two smallest delegations in Special Olympics Winter Games in Austria - with one participant each.
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Strong Minds Program Giving Athletes the Tools To Succeed
Program aims to teach athletes mental exercises and provide resources to increase relaxation and stress management skills.
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Gold Medal Snowboarder Andre Berg Takes Life in Stride
Andre Berg won gold in Snowboarding Super G 2017 Special Olympics World Winter Games. Learn how an accident spurred him to compete.
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Unified Sports Experience Featured Lots of Star Power
Dr. Timothy Shriver and his wife Linda Potter took to the hockey rink in a USE event.
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Lisa Menichino's (Big) Source of Support Fueled Win
Family support is important for a Special Olympics athlete. It builds confidence and can provide security to try new things.
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Teaches Used School of Special Olympics to Teach Support
At World Games, teachers decided to have a different kind of lesson. One that teaches equality and how to support and help each other.
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Asmaa Naser Eddin Wins Medal for Syria Despite Odds
She fled the bomb zone, and she arrived in a country where dreams come true. Learn what she endured just to train.
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Floorball Athletes Prove Power of Perseverance
Indonesian floorball athletes had challenges due to lack of equipment and a proper venue. Learn what they did to stay sharp.
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Special Olympics Unified Sports Training Pays Off for Ice Dancers
The audience were treated to a beautiful display when Denis Bragin and Yekaterina Kirdyayeva took to the ice. Read about their journey.
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