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Lighting the Way Series, Part 2: Parent Perspective
Family engagement is more than attending events—it’s about taking an active role in helping the development of Special Olympics athletes and Programs.
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The Mirror Image Project: Special Olympics Athletes Shine as Global Icons
The Mirror Image Project is a social media campaign by Special Olympics that invites Special Olympics athletes to recreate famous photos of Special Olympics Global Ambassadors or celebrity supporters.
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Emma Haug Turns Volunteer Hours into Lifelong Passion and Wins Outstanding Coach Award
For most of her youth, Emma Haug, a coach for Special Olympics Washington, played soccer and volleyball, but as she entered the hallways of high school, sports became secondary.
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Portrait of a Health Leader: Meet Herith
Herith Suleiman deeply understands the needs of people with intellectual disabilities. Why? Because Herith himself has intellectual disabilities.
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Exceptional Parent Magazine Features Special Olympics Fit 5 Workout and Nutrition Tips
Exceptional Parent Magazine featured a four station circuit workout created with the Special Olympics Fit 5 program.
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Celebrating Family Health & Fitness Day with a Special Olympics Health Messenger and his Family
Eric Massey, a 17-year-old Special Olympics athlete and Health Messenger from Memphis, Tennessee, dedicated the past year to his health and fitness journey.
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Staying Fit and Staying Connected on the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace
International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, occurring on 6 April, was created by the U.N. in 2013 to recognize the impact that sport can have on human rights issues. For 2021, the theme is resiliency—building back stronger and better.
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Romana’s Best Life: A Fit 5 Success Story
Romana is a young woman determined to live her best life, every single day. She’s been doing such a great job, she’s become a health and fitness role model for all.
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Fit-5 Cards Promote Health for Athletes with Limited Access to Online Connectivity in the Africa Region
During a time social distancing due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Special Olympics has made a variety of online resources, such as virtual games, workouts and leadership opportunities, available to keep athletes healthy and engaged until in-person activities resume.
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UNICEF Kenya Profiles Special Olympics Athlete to Demonstrate Success
Buxton Gitimu is the subject of a piece by UNICEF Kenya that highlights the success of UNICEF’s partnership with Special Olympics Kenya in promoting fitness and healthy lifestyles for athletes.
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