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Young men dressed in red and white football kits and wearing gold medals line up with arms around each other smiling in front of promotional poster for Special Olympics Malta Invitational Games 2022.
In the News

Malta Hosts First International Special Olympics Event in Europe Since Pandemic

Welcoming athletes to compete in six different sports disciplines: aquatics, athletics, bocce, bowling, football, and table tennis.
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Male competitor runs in wet suit on red carpet with open water in the background.
Athletes

Special Olympics Europe Eurasia Athletes Make History in Challenge Family Triathlon Series

For the first time-ever, a Special Olympics European Triathlon Competition was held as part of the Challenge Family Triathlon Series in Samorin, Slovakia
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An athlete wearing a Be Brave goodie is being photographed in a studio.
In the News

Award Winning Special Olympics Content

And the awards go to…
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Female swimmer in the water swimming between two lane dividers.
In the News

Malta to Host First International Special Olympics Event in Europe Since Pandemic

Twenty-three delegations from across Europe and beyond will gather from 13 – 18 May for the Special Olympics Malta Invitational Games.
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Special Olympics Singapore athlete Johannes’ mother standing in front of microphone with the Special Olympics Asia Pacific sign in background.
Athletes

Celebrating Mother’s Day with Johannes' Story

Celebrating Mother’s day with Special Olympics Singapore athlete Johannes story.
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Special Olympics athletes cycling, cheering, and swimming with text ‘One More Tri Asbury Park: 4 ways to Go Green on Race Day’.
Community Impact

Help Sustain Our Planet this Earth Day with Tips from Special Olympics New Jersey

Earth Day tips from Special Olympics New Jersey athletes and staff are great ideas for competitors, fans, event organizers and world citizens of all types to make small changes that can have a big impact!
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Close-up shot of a 2022 X-Games Aspen medal.
In the News

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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A man and a woman sitting next to one another.
Athletes

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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Five individuals appear on a Zoom screen.
Community Impact

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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Special Olympics Ghana athlete receives COVID-19 vaccine at our vaccination clinic.
Community Impact

Celebrating World Health Day with Equitable Care

Everyone’s health needs should be included in the healthcare system, and people with intellectual disabilities deserve to have access to a healthcare environment that best addresses their specific health needs.
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