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Inclusion

Join us as we share stories about how our athletes are coming together to demand a more inclusive world. #InclusionRevolution

Avant-Garde à la Everyone

Size, ability and appearance all factor into a person’s choice in clothing. What happens when the clothes we are meant to feel confident in make us feel like hiding?
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Veo Highlights the Power of Connection at the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup

Veo recently featured a story showcasing how access to live-streamed matches helped supporters around the world stay connected to the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup, held in Paris from 6 to 11 July.
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2027 Special Olympics World Games Santiago, Chile

Welcome to a more inclusive Chile! 🥇🇨🇱 Welcome to the Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027! ------------------------------------------ Bienvenidos a un Chile más inclusivo! 🥇🇨🇱 ¡Bienvenidos a los Juegos Mundiales de Olimpiadas Especiales Santiago 2027!

Families in the Stands, Inclusion on the Field

When the final whistle blew at the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup Paris 2026 the memories that stayed with many weren't just the goals, the saves, or the trophies.
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NAACP Image Award Nominated Actor and Athlete Jeremiah Daniels in His Own Words

Special Olympics Colorado athlete Jeremiah Daniels talks about his role in the movie Color Book streaming on Netflix.
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Game Recognizes Game

At the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup Paris 2026, Special Olympics coaches spent most of their time plotting against one another’s teams.
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Special Olympics Netherlands Athlete Seeks Inclusion in New Documentary.

Now available to stream on YouTube is the new Dutch documentary Meer Dan Meedoen (More Than Just Participating) following Special Olympics Netherlands athlete EsmeeAnne.
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Disability Scoop Highlights Special Olympics Research on AI Bias

Disability Scoop featured Special Olympics' recent research examining how artificial intelligence systems can perpetuate bias toward people with intellectual disabilities.
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Foundation for Lasting Inclusion

In Albania, the road to inclusion isn't always straightforward.
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World Media Celebrates Special Olympics’ Global Week of Inclusion

As Special Olympics celebrates its Global Week of Inclusion from July 20 – 26, media outlets around the world are spotlighting the annual celebration of unity, empowerment and respect.
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