Black History Month
Tajha found her voice as part of the Unified Generation
The United States has been a global leader in creating a more inclusive world through their support from the U.S. Office of Special Education Programs and the U.S. Department of Education.
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Special Olympics Women Empowering the World
Loretta Claiborne, who has been involved in Special Olympics since 1970, shares the story of women’s empowerment through Special Olympics and sports.
Athletes Get “Fit” for Games
Bob Beamon, Olympic Long Jump Record Holders, Helps Fit Athletes with Shoes
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Kester Edwards
At the age of seven, Kester Edwards was run over by a bicycle that put him in a coma for weeks and changed his life forever. For years Kester was taunted and bullied for having an intellectual disability, but he found joy and purpose through sports with Special Olympics Trinidad and Tobago.
Loretta Claiborne
Loretta Claiborne went from being non-verbal to becoming the voice of the Special Olympics movement.
7,000 Pairs of Shoes Donated for 2019 World Games Athletes
Longtime athlete and Special Olympics employee organizes initiative to address a global need.
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Andre Drummond
Before he was an All-Star center for the NBA’s Detroit Pistons, Andre Drummond faced bullying and rejection as a child.
Ricardo Thornton
Ricardo Thornton survived the notorious Forest Haven institution (outside of Washington, DC), a place he describes as a prison for people with intellectual disabilities.
Museum Fans Get an Extra 'Special' Visit
Special Olympics athlete Ricardo Thornton stopped by the National Museum of American History exhibit that features his own medal and jersey.
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