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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.

Youth Empowered, Leaders Inspired: Edna Šunjić

From her first swim at Oaza to breaking barriers in sport, leadership, education, and government, Edna’s story is one of perseverance, possibility, and the transformative power of inclusion.
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WTA legends leave lasting impression at year-end Finals in Riyadh

Vania King, Alicia Molik, Jessica Pegula, Gabriela Dabrowski, Erin Routliffe, Iga Swiatek and Garcia joined Judy Murray to help stage the Special Olympics clinic on behalf of the WTA Foundation.
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Fostering Inclusive Societies through the Power of Sport

This year, the theme of the United Nations’ International Day of Persons with Disabilities is fostering disability inclusive societies for advancing social progress.
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A New Era of Inclusion: Burkina Faso Joins Special Olympics Global Coalition for Inclusion

Burkina Faso Takes Bold Step for Inclusion and Empowerment
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Slam Dunk for Inclusion: The First Special Olympics Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cup in Puerto Rico

This episode spotlights the power of inclusion and the growth of Unified Sports worldwide, featuring voices from Special Olympics Puerto Rico who are shaping this groundbreaking event.
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‘Basketball was our Language’—Brother and Sister Star in the World’s First International Unified Basketball Camp

Mer and Amira were among 40 Special Olympics players and Unified Partners from Finland, Bulgaria and Lithuania taking part.
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Life-changing Benefits of Basketball with Special Olympics Hellas and Panathinaikos AKTOR

“Basketball has changed my life and I am proud to be a part of this family.”
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Special Olympics Celebrates Unity, Courage, and Friendship with European Basketball Week 2025

More than 25,000 players from over 35 countries will compete across 250 events between 25 November and 3 December.
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sportanddev: Paris to Host the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup 2026

The following is an excerpt from sportanddev’s article, detailing the upcoming 2026 Unified Football World Cup in Paris and sharing the excitement from sponsors and Special Olympics leadership.
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Special Olympics Athletes Create Their Own Tacos in Coca-Cola’s Campaign

Minette Dani and Ricky Landgraff from the Special Olympics Sweden team are participating this autumn in Coca-Cola’s taco campaign.
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Opening Doors: Advancing Inclusive Pediatric Care in Colombia

Recognized annually on 20 November, World Children’s Day brings awareness to children’s rights and welfare worldwide.
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Paris to Host the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup 2026

The following is an excerpt from the International Sports Press Association’s (AIPS) article, “Paris to host 3rd edition of the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup 2026” covering the announcement of Paris, France as the host of the Unified Football World Cup in 2026.
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