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.
Canadian Companies Showcase Inclusion Throughout Country with Special Olympics Athletes
Throughout the Special Olympics North America Region, companies demonstrate what an inclusive environment should look like and how that translates throughout the communities.
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Loretta Claiborne Immortalized in New Smithsonian Book Celebrating 150 Years of Pop Culture
Special Olympics Board Vice Chair Loretta Claiborne featured in the new tabletop book "Entertainment Nation."
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Jonathan Frederick Incorporates Fun with Competition while Coaching Esports
Inside a high-energy arena, with flashing lights and excitement filling the room, Special Olympics athletes and Unified partners compete against one another at the highest level in esports.
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Preparation & Passion: Jana Kennedy’s Recipe for Meaningful Employment
Jana Kennedy’s passion for working in the prep kitchen stems from her relationship with her grandma.
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"We're not giving up": Insights from the Trailblazers of Inclusive Health
Celebrating the 2022 Global Golisano Health Leadership Awards with Kelsey Nicole Nelson and the trailblazers of inclusive health.
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Ke’Shaun Tillman Finds his Place in Sports Photography with Help from Mentor
On the campus of North Carolina State University, Erin Johnston and Ke’Shaun Tillman formed an unlikely friendship.
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With Unified Relay at Swimming World Cup
Our Special Olympics swimmers experienced something special: they competed in a joint relay with the stars of the scene at the FINA World Cup in Berlin—an important sign for inclusion and equality.
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TikTok Stars Derek and Jenna Baker of Baker Banter Join Inclusion Revolution Radio
On this week’s episode of Inclusion Revolution Radio, podcast host Novie Craven spoke with Derek and Jenna Baker of Baker Banter.
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2022 Coach Webinar Series Presented by Gallagher Webinar 4 Recap
Recap of the second webinar of the 2022 Coach Webinar Series presented by Gallagher.
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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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