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Parsons School of Design Has Partnered with Special Olympics to Design Uniforms for Athletes of All Abilities

How can athletic uniforms be more inclusive? Through a new partnership, Special Olympics and Parsons School of Design try to answer that question.
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The National Recreation and Park Association Features Special Olympics Strategies for Youth

The National Recreation and Park Association outlines strategies to address the inclusion and access to sports for all youth, and calls attention to strategies employed by Special Olympics in this article.
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Youth Today features Special Olympics Data and Fitness Resources Designed Specifically for People with Intellectual Disabilities

An article from Youth Today discusses why individuals with intellectual disabilities are more likely to be overweight, and how Special Olympics data and resources are changing that.
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Exceptional Parent Magazine Highlights Eunice Kennedy Shriver’s Legacy of Creating Inclusive Health Opportunities for Millions

Special Olympics longstanding employee, Renee Dease, recounts her time working with Eunice Kennedy Shriver and how she witnessed the beginnings of inclusive health opportunities for millions.
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Singer Montell Jordan Surprises Athlete Headed for USA Games 2022

This is an excerpt from the article titled Watch Special Olympics Athlete Get Surprised by Montell Jordan with News She'll Compete at USA Games published by People.com.
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Her Grandchildren Continue Eunice Kennedy Shriver’s Legacy

The following is an excerpt of the article titled Meet Eunice Kennedy Shriver's Grandkids, Who Are on a Mission to Carry Her Special Olympics Torch published by People.
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Special Olympics Athlete Amy Bockerstette makes History at NJCAA National Championship

Amy Bockerstette made history earlier this month when she became the first person with Down syndrome to take part in a national college championship at the National Junior College Athletic Association National Championship at Plantation Bay Golf & Country Club in Ormond Beach, Florida.
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Mackenzie Beauvais-Nikl Shines as A Leader in Authority Magazine Article about Her Historic Appointment

Authority Magazine profiles Special Olympics Colorado Co-Chair Mackenzie Beauvais-Nikl.
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Special Olympics Clue on Jeopardy!

There are many television game shows in the world, but few are as popular and influential as Jeopardy! It was an honor for Special Olympics to be included as a clue in the episode that aired on May 11, 2021.
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Special Olympics Europe Eurasia and European Broadcasting Union Seal New Alliance

Special Olympics Europe Eurasia and European Broadcasting Union Announce New Partnership.
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