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(L-R): Ben Haack, Lucy Meyer and Ian Harper: Athlete leaders will make up a key part of the Special Olympics Global Youth Leadership Forum. They function as spokespersons between the Special Olympic athletes and the outside world.
In the News

'Engage the youth and you engage the world'—athlete leaders are paving a way forward for Special Olympics

During the Special Olympics Global Youth Leadership Forum in Baku an important role will be played by the athlete leaders of the movement.
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Seven Youth Leaders are seated on a panel at the Global Youth Leadership Forum in Baku.
Press Releases

Special Olympics Global Youth Leadership Forum to Help Advance Inclusive World

Young people with and without intellectual disabilities from 45 countries will join leaders at the Special Olympics Global Youth Leadership Forum in Baku, Azerbaijan.
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Two young men, Jeroen Cauven and Jamel El Aouni sit across from one another at a table discussing dating tips at the First Aid for Dating station that was additionally offered at the Healthy Athletes venue during the Special Olympics Netherlands National Games. A young female listens in and three individuals sit int he background having a separate conversation.
Community Impact

Health focus: Learning about sexual health & dating at the Special Olympics Netherlands National Games

During the Special Olympics (SO) Netherlands National Games, athletes had the opportunity to learn more about sexual health and dating.
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Special Olympics Athlete standing at podium with representative behind her.
In the News

2018 Global Youth Leadership Forum in Baku

In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Special Olympics, the 2018 Global Youth Leadership Forum comes to Baku, Azerbaijan from 24 to 28 September.
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Female Unified team running down the court, girl in a black uniform leads and is preparing to throw the ball.
Videos

EBW 2017 Promo Video - Euroleague

Special Olympics European Basketball Week 2017 ran across Europe Eurasia from 24 November to 3 December 2017.
European Football Week 2018 kicks off!
Videos

European Football Week 2018 kicks off!

Get ready for the 2018 edition of European Football Week!
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Community Impact

Health Focus: Welcome to Slovenia’s Inclusive Summer Health Camp!

A holistic approach to healthy eating, movement, positive self-image and strengthening social interactions was the main emphasis of the recent Inclusive Summer Health Camp in Rogla, Slovenia.
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Community Impact

Health Focus: Building Healthy Communities

Every day fantastic, innovative work is happening within the health sphere in Special Olympics—contributing to our Inclusion Revolution! One fine example is the Healthy Communities programme, supported by the Golisano Foundation.
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In the News

Slovakia Wins Inaugural Unified Cup

Slovakia returned home from Chicago as champions of the inaugural Special Olympics Unified Cup presented by Toyota.
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