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Unified Sports

A Second Chance at Life

A powerful story of how the Special Olympics Unified with Refugees initiative offers refugee children with intellectual disabilities a pathway from exclusion to belonging.
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A Second Chance at Life
Videos

A Second Chance at Life

Joel fled conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and found refuge in Uganda. As a young person with an intellectual disability, he faced isolation and exclusion—until he discovered Special Olympics Unified Sports.Read the full story
A group of about ten people seated around a conference table during an official meeting in a boardroom. Several participants are speaking and listening, with microphones, notebooks, and documents placed on the table. Two red balls with the Special Olympics logo sit at the center. A national flag of Niger stands upright behind the group, and framed artwork is visible on the walls.
Community Impact

Sport at the Heart of Social Inclusion and Education: Niger Joins the Special Olympics Global Coalition for Inclusion

Ministry of Population, Social Action and National Solidarity commits to boosting inclusive sport and education in Niger
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Press Releases

The 500-Day Countdown Begins for Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027

[Santiago, Chile – 9 June 2026] Special Olympics Chile athletes and Unified partners, national authorities, representatives from partner organizations, and event ambassadors celebrate the 500-day countdown to Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027, where people with and without intellectual disabilities compete on the same team.
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Officials exchange signed documents and shake hands during a Special Olympics partnership signing event in Sierra Leone, with branded backdrop visible.
Community Impact

Inclusive Sports for Every Student: Sierra Leone Joins the Special Olympics Global Coalition for Inclusion

Ministry of Youth Affairs commits to advance inclusive sport and education in Sierra Leone
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Three mean in a "panel" on stage. the man in the middle is speaking and the other two are listening.
Community Impact

Partners in Diplomacy: Advancing Inclusion Through Sport

Special Olympics International was honored to join the Embassy of France in Washington, D.C. to host Partners in Diplomacy: Advancing Inclusion Through Sport, bringing together ambassadors, government leaders, diplomatic representatives, and Special Olympics Athlete Leaders.
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A group of three adults and four children standing in front of a Special Olympics backdrop stand close for a group photo.
In the News

Panthers Quarterback Bryce Young Makes News with Special Olympics Partnership

Fansided recently covered the announcement of North Carolina Panthers Quarterback Bryce Young’s support of Special Olympics Unified Sports®.
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Two male players on opposing teams running for the football.
In the News

Football as a Force for Inclusion and Sustainable Change

On World Football Day, Special Olympics is celebrating the power of football to do more than just score goals; it breaks down barriers, builds communities, and unites athletes as they work together to achieve a shared goal.
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Adult man standing in front of a Special Olympics backdrop holding a Special Olympics branded American football.
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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In the News

Basketball Africa League and Special Olympics Showcase Power of Inclusive Sport

South Africa Broadcast Corporation covered the innovative collaboration between Basketball Africa League and Special Olympics where the League hosted a Unified match up during a quarter of one of a BAL game. The following is an excerpt from the article titled BAL and Special Olympics showcase power of inclusive sport in SA:
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