North America
People Reports on Newest Special Olympics Global Ambassador, Charles Melton
People Reports on newest Special Olympics Global Ambassador, Charles Melton.
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One Step Further: Living and Thriving with Cerebral Palsy
A first-person story about living with cerebral palsy.
I was born on Nov. 18, 1993, but my story really didn’t start until I was six months old.
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“17 Hours: The Chris Nikic Story” Premieres on ESPN in Honor of World Down Syndrome Day
SC Featured film follows Chris’s journey as he becomes the first person with Down syndrome to complete a full IRONMAN Triathlon.
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Tennis Star Madison Keys Surprises Special Olympics New York Athlete Liza Ambrosini
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to leave a majority of sports and events on hold, Special Olympics launched Call To Action, an initiative to encourage our athletes to remain active and lift their spirits by surprising them with a video call from some of their favorite celebrity supporters.
Special Olympics Athlete Finds Motivation in Virtual Events
Amber Gertsch is a very active athlete from Special Olympics Utah. She continues to compete in virtual walking events.
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Special Olympics Athletes Shine at Virtual NFL Big Game Media Tour
Special Olympics takes part in the Big Game media tour virtually.
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Caley Versfelt Breaks Barriers in Hollywood
Caley Versfelt guest stars in an episode of ABC's The Good Doctor. As a person with an intellectual disability, she represents just 3% that is employed in the entertainment industry.
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Special Olympics Colorado Athlete Makes History as First Athlete to Co-Chair a Program Board
Mackenzie Beauvais-Nikl becomes first Special Olympics athlete to co-chair a Program board.
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My interview with a Special Olympics Athlete from Macau
I’m well aware of the challenges of an autistic person in the United States but I wanted to take this opportunity to learn the challenges people with autism face living in Asia.
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