Family
A Second Chance at Life
A powerful story of how the Special Olympics Unified with Refugees initiative offers refugee children with intellectual disabilities a pathway from exclusion to belonging.
4 Min Read
Inaugural Special Olympics European Week of Families Culminates in UN International Day of Families Celebrations
From 11 to 15 May, Special Olympics athletes across Europe Eurasia – and their families – have been celebrating the role that families play in our movement through the first-ever Special Olympics European Week of Families, supported by Lions Clubs International Foundation and the Samuel Family Foundation.
3 Min Read
“Our Experience and Niall’s Endeavours Have Given So Many Families Hope”
To mark Special Olympics European Week of Families, Michelle Guite reflects on the transformative journey that her family has been on since encountering Special Olympics.
4 Min Read
Global Coalition is Transforming Schools and Changing Lives
When the Philippines joined the Global Coalition for Inclusion, it marked a significant milestone for the Asia Pacific region and reinforced a growing commitment to inclusive education.
2 Min Read
Redefining What’s Possible
In the crowd, family, friends, and fans cheer loudly because Jeff Greene has arrived at the 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games.
2 Min Read
Doha’s Story: Inspiring Hope Through MATP
Doha's world changed when Omar was diagnosed with a rare and severe disability.
2 Min Read
From One Swim Meet to a Movement
When Jillian Pierre first walked into a Special Olympics event in 2012 with her son Jaleel, she thought she was simply bringing him to swim.
4 Min Read
Lighting the Way Series, Part 4: The Power of Love and Support
Families are at the heart of Special Olympics, championing inclusion, building community, and driving impact every day.
3 Min Read
Lighting the Way Series, Part 5: One Father's Journey and a Decade of Transformation
Families—parents, caregivers, siblings, and other supporters—play a major role in the Special Olympics movement.
5 Min Read
Lighting the Way Series, Part 5: One Father's Journey and a Decade of Transformation
Families—parents, caregivers, siblings, and other supporters—play a major role in the Special Olympics movement.
5 Min Read