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.
Chile to Welcome Nearly 700 Athletes and Unified Partners at Special Olympics Invitational Games - Road to Santiago 2027
Event marks an important milestone in preparations for the first World Games to take place in Latin America.
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From Family to Advocate
Caring for two children with intellectual disabilities required patience, understanding, and daily effort.
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My Experience at the Regional Athlete Leadership Congress
Inge, an Athlete Leader from Special Olympics Estonia, shares her experience at the Regional Athlete Congress in Serbia.
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Your School Day Is Someone Else’s Dream
The hub for global thought leadership for inclusive education, the Special Olympics Global Center for Inclusion in Education champions initiatives to include people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in all facets of academia, sport and community.
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Bringing the Athlete Perspective to the Table
The World Games Athlete Advisory Committee was created to bring Athlete Leaders more directly into the planning and evaluation of major events, giving them a formal role in reviewing plans, sharing feedback and helping shape the Games experience.
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Never Give Up
For Huda Ahmed Abu Deif Nouh, a mother of two Special Olympics Egypt athletes, Omar and Karma, both with Down syndrome, desire for her children became the driving force behind a journey defined by determination.
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Special Olympics Kenya Club Migori: The Hands That Help Them Rise
Early in the morning, as the first light touches the fields of Migori, athletes from Special Olympics Kenya (SOK) Club Migori, drawn from special schools and special units within Migori town, begin to arrive.
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Avant-Garde à la Everyone
Size, ability and appearance all factor into a person’s choice in clothing. What happens when the clothes we are meant to feel confident in make us feel like hiding?
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Special Olympics Chief Health Officer Dr. Dimitri Christakis Elected into the National Academy of Medicine
On Monday, 19 October 2026, Special Olympics Chief Health Officer was elected into the National Academy of Medicine.
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From the Press Box: My USA Games Media Experience
As I reflect on my experience as a member of the first-ever Special Olympics North America Athlete Media Team at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, it occurred to me that I was a part of history.
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Paris 2026 Observer Program Prepares Future Special Olympics Global Event Hosts
Twenty-three leaders from eight National Programs went behind the scenes as Special Olympics builds next generation of event hosts
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Alumni Leadership Network Spotlight: Bob Norbie
Meet one of the many alumni from the Alumni Leadership Network, ready to help you: Bob Norbie.
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