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.
Special Olympics video Named Winner of 2022 Sharecare Awards in Disruptors in Healthcare Category
Special Olympics video named winner in 2022 Sharecare Awards in Disruptors in Healthcare Category
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ESPN Top-5 Schools Announced
ESPN Names Top-5 Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® for 2022
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First-Ever Special Olympics European Unified Basketball Tournament Featuring 16 Countries is Hosted in Italy
16 countries compete at major Special Olympics basketball tournament featuring players with and without intellectual disabilities
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ESPN Recognizes Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® for Inclusive Efforts for Students with Disabilities
The Top 5 schools will be announced Oct. 18.
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Leading the Way to an Inclusive World: Meet Grace
Want to be a better advocate and ally? Here are her insights:
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Be the Best Athlete You Can Be | Special Olympics | Turn the World Outward
Video celebrating Special Olympics as the recipient of the 2022 “Turn the World Outward” award from Arbinger Institute.
2022 Coach Webinar Series Presented by Gallagher Webinar 3 Recap
Recap of the second webinar of the 2022 Coach Webinar Series presented by Gallagher.
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Creating Leaders of Inclusion: Special Olympics Egypt's Story
By organizing events, sharing ideas, and advocating for the rights of their peers, the Youth Leaders Council of Special Olympics Egypt is a driving force for inclusion in education and everyday life in the country.
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Frank Siembab Lights Up Talking About Work and Special Olympics
Frank Siembab has a bubbly and outgoing personality. Whether it’s leading a crowd in a rousing rendition of ‘God Bless America’ at a Hall of Fame induction ceremony or connecting with his co-workers, the Special Olympics Rhode Island athlete is known for lighting up the room.
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Ready for Berlin 2023
10 October marks 250 days until the kickoff of the Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023! Hear from some of the athletes competing about what they are most looking forward to when they arrive in Germany.
Chris Nikic Completes 2022 IRONMAN World Championships in Kona, Hawaii
Earlier this morning in Hawaii, Chris completed his second IRONMAN competition and beat his previous record with a time of 16 hours and 31 minutes.
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Inclusion Revolution Radio: Athlete Leadership
On this week’s episode of Inclusion Revolution Radio, podcast host Novie Craven spoke with Amanda Harrinauth about what it means to be an athlete leader.
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