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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.

2022 Unified Cup: Meet Team Korea’s Kyung Il Kang

Kyung Il Kang of Korea will showcase both his skills and story at this summer's Unified Cup in Detroit
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Special Olympics, Microsoft Win 2022 Social Impact Award

PR News announced today Special Olympics and Microsoft won the 2022 Social Impact Award in the Corporate-Community Partnership category for their collaborative efforts on building awareness for last September’s “Gaming for Inclusion” event.
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FanSided Spreads Awareness to the Benefits of Badminton

The following is an excerpt by FanSided from the article titled Spreading the Benefits of Badminton:
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Test Your Knowledge of Special Olympics with 11 Fun Facts from Mental Floss

The following is an excerpt by Mental Floss from the article titled 11 Facts About Special Olympics:
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Special Olympics Puerto Rico Athlete with Down Syndrome Competes in Half IRONMAN

Special Olympics Puerto Rico athlete David “El Delfin Boricua” Torres Rivera became the first person with Down syndrome to participate in the IRONMAN 70.3 Puerto Rico.
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UNITAR appoints David Evangelista to Advisory Board of the Division for Multilateral Diplomacy

UNITAR has appointed the President and Managing Director of Special Olympics Europe Eurasia David S. Evangelista to the Advisory Board of its Division for Multilateral Diplomacy.
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Special Olympics Gymnast Dreams of Gold at 2022 USA Games

For Special Olympics athlete, Chris Teich, confidence ties directly back to a key aspect of the Special Olympics Athlete Oath: Let me win but if I cannot win let me be brave in the attempt
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Special Olympics New York Coach Martha Pachuta Honored as Inaugural Annette Lynch Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient

The organization, which combined both of her passions, piqued her interest, and she knew right away that it would be a great opportunity for her.
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Spreading Awareness in Argentina: Pablo and Ana's Story

A team of Special Olympics athletes in Argentina are the leaders of a new digital magazine.
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Changing Mindsets in Jamaica: Cecil's Journey

A principal in Jamaica shares his plan to make schools more inclusive to students of all abilities.
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From Volunteers to Allies: Members from the King’s College Community Share Their Journey to a Life-Long Partnership

As we continue to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Special Olympics and NCAA Division III partnership, it can be said that the bond between the two organizations formed well over a decade ago.
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Drew McIntyre Knocks Out a Special Episode of Inclusion Revolution Radio

WWE Superstar and Champion Ambassador Drew McIntyre joins the Inclusion Revolution Radio podcast.
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