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 Quebec Athlete Breaks Multiple Records at Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games
Inclusion in the Canada Games gives Special Olympics athletes the chance to shine in front of their peers from generic sports, and gain experience at major competitions.
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Beth Meyer Finds Joy in Achieving Long-Time Dream of Competing at USA Games
It was a full-circle moment for Beth Meyer. The swimmer has competed for Special Olympics Ohio since 1990 but had never participated in the USA Games, the organization’s biggest domestic competition. But 2022 happened to be her year.
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Achieving a Voice in the Media: Special Olympics Rwanda’s Story
Special Olympics Rwanda's partnership with media outlets help recruit more athletes and spread awareness about inclusion to the public.
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90Min Covers Unified Cup 2022 Finals
90Min.com, the online football (soccer) news site, covered the women’s and men’s Division 1 final matches of the Special Olympics Unified Cup Detroit 2022.
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Planting Seeds of Inclusion: Special Olympics Pakistan’s Story
Special Olympics Pakistan celebrates a new community partnership by participating in a tree plantation drive.
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Chinese Snowboarder Su Yiming Appointed as Ambassador for Special Olympics East Asia Su Yiming and His Team (Endeavor China) and Shanmeng Jointly Donated Artworks
Special Olympics East Asia (SOEA) held a press conference to officially announce the China Snowboarder Olympic Champion Su Yiming, as the new Regional Ambassador for SOEA.
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Where to Watch ESPNs Special Olympics Unified Cup Detroit 2022 Hourlong Special
ESPN's 60-minute special showcasing the best action, moments and stories from the Special Olympics Unified Cup Detroit 2022 is now available to watch on demand.
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Guatemala and Jamaica take home Special Olympics Unified Cup 2022 Trophies
A celebrity 7-aside match and live streaming by ESPN all added to the excitement leading up the women’s and men’s Division 1 final matches.
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CBS Sports Radio Interviews Special Olympics Chief Health Officer about the Benefits of Sports for All
CBS Sports Radio host, JR Jackson spoke to Dr. Alicia Bazzano, Special Olympics Chief Health Officer about the benefits of sports, fitness and movement for people of all ages and abilities.
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Using Government Partnerships to Achieve Inclusion: Special Olympics Hellas’s Story
A strong partnership with the Greek government ensures that Special Olympics programming will be active in schools all across the country.
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Celebrating Inclusion in the Community: Special Olympics El Salvador’s Story
Special Olympics El Salvador spreads awareness through inclusion-themed festivals that are open to the public.
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Developing Changemakers for Inclusion: Special Olympics Thailand’s Story
Special Olympics Thailand partners with Youth Leaders from a local university to create learning tools for students with intellectual disabilities.
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