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.
Winter Sport Coaching Guides
The launch of the new and improved Special Olympics Winter Sport Coaching Guides.
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Unity at the First-Ever Special Olympics Caribbean Sports Ministers Forum
On 6 October 2021, Special Olympics convened its first-ever Special Olympics Caribbean Sports Ministers Forum.
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World Inclusion Day 2021
Jimmy Masina and Lou Lauria discuss Special Olympics federation partnerships and the being an athlete official.
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Special Olympics Belgium Receives Grand Effie Award 2021
Special Olympics Belgium receives Grand Effie Award 2021 for Road to Sustained Success project.
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Chris Nikic Spreads Inspiration in His New Book: 1% Better
Chris Nikic spreads inspiration in his new book.
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Gerald Mballe Receives the Integration of Refugees Through Sport Award 2021
Special Olympics Advisor and advocate for Unified with Refugees programme, Gerald Mballe has been shortlisted for the Integration of Refugees Through Sport Award (IRTS) Role Model Award.
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Now Announcing the 5 Hasbro-Supported Special Olympics National Banner Unified Champion Schools of 2021 – 2022
During the 2021-2022 school year, Hasbro and Unified Champion Schools will support 5 national celebrations to honor schools for their achievement in banner recognition.
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Special Olympics Minnesota Athlete Danielle Liebl Thrives in Both Sports and Academics to Become Lawyer at Amazon
Surrounded by the magnificent architecture showcased at the White House, Danielle Liebl was experiencing a life-changing event.
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Special Olympics Athletes Employed by Special Olympics Programs Strive for Inclusion in the Workforce
Employment stories come in all categories, with each story reflecting a unique perspective and journey to getting that job. For people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, it is not always an easy journey to employment.
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Style of Sports Gets the Scoop on Parsons Be Brave Photoshoot
The following is an excerpt from the article, Be Brave: Special Olympics X Parson, published by Style of Sport.
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Chris Nikic Entry in Guinness Book of World Records
The following is an excerpt from the article, First Person with Down’s Syndrome to finish an Ironman: Chris Nikic’s Story, published by guinessworldrecords.com.
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Being the Best He can Be: Meet Omar
Omar Al Shami proudly represented his country, the United Arab Emirates, at the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019, and achieved a gold medal in the swimming competition.
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