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Renee Manfredi and National Disability Employment Awareness Month

For National Disability Employment Awareness Month (October), I wanted to share about the BEST resource around: Special Olympics.
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Hanna Atkinson - My Workplace Journey

I dedicate my time to develop as an athlete leader. I show up to my commitments and sport practices. Some days I don’t feel like putting in the effort, but I do it anyway because it helps me develop into a stronger athlete and a stronger leader. I am willing to put in the hard work! True leaders dedicate their energy to what they love to do.
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Special Olympics Global Ambassador Joe Haden Speaks to Today Show About Inspiration from His Brother

Special Olympics Global Ambassador Joe Haden Speaks to Today Show About Inspiration from His Brother
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Unity at the First-Ever Special Olympics Caribbean Sports Ministers Forum

On 6 October 2021, Special Olympics convened its first-ever Special Olympics Caribbean Sports Ministers Forum.
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Chris Nikic Spreads Inspiration in His New Book: 1% Better

Chris Nikic spreads inspiration in his new book.
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Style of Sports Gets the Scoop on Parsons Be Brave Photoshoot

The following is an excerpt from the article, Be Brave: Special Olympics X Parson, published by Style of Sport.
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USA Today Honored Rising Junior Jake Blatnica As Special Olympics Athlete Of The Year

USA TODAY honored Special Olympics Massachusetts athlete, Jake Blatnica, rising Junior at Natick High School, Natick, MA, as Special Olympics Athlete of the Year which is part of their USA TODAY High School Sports Awards.
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MLB Star Kyle Freeland Auctions Off Practice Glove To Raise Money For Special Olympics Colorado

MLB star, Kyle Freeland, speaks about his advocacy for Special Olympics and auction for special glove.
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Detroit 2022 Unified Cup Announcement

Detroit announced as the host city for the 2022 Special Olympics Unified Cup.
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