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Jamaica

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In the News

Athlete Leaders Take the Lead with Beach Games

This November, athletes from across the Caribbean will come together in Jamaica for a first-of-its-kind opportunity in the country, the Special Olympics Caribbean Beach Games.
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Community Impact

A Kitchen Built on Inclusion

How Special Olympics, Lions Club International Foundation, and World Food Program USA United for the Tegwyn Special Unit
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In the News

Media Coverage in Jamaica for the Beach Games is Already Coming In!

The Special Olympics Caribbean Regional Beach Games Jamaica 2026 are just around the corner!
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Athletes

More than a Medal: Special Olympics Jamaica Demonstrates Inclusion at the 2026 Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup

A small but mighty group of supporters traveled halfway around the world to cheer on Special Olympics Jamaica at the 2026 Unified Football World Cup.
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Athletes

Special Olympics Senegal Looks to Bounce Back After Jamaica Defeat

Team Senegal suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Jamaica in their second Unified Football World Cup Paris 2026 match after opening the tournament with a 6-0 victory over hosts France.
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Athletes

Trained, Transformed, Impatient

Athlete leaders attending the 2026 SONA Regional Athlete Congress explain why they are done merely talking; they are ready to get to work.
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Press Releases

Special Olympics and Young 9 Foundation Partner to Advance Inclusive Sports

[May 21, 2026] Special Olympics and the Young 9 Foundation, founded by Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young, have teamed up to expand inclusive sports programming.
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