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Special Olympics and UPS Extend Global Collaboration to December 2026

Renewed engagement includes a USD 310,000 grant supporting inclusive programming across five regions.
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Athletes Revive like Pros with Toyota Motor Europe Recovery Rooms

The athletes competing at the Special Olympics Unified Volleyball World Cup in Katowice this October can expect to enjoy elite standard post-competition facilities with dedicated Recovery Rooms developed and supported by Toyota Motor Europe.
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Lighting the Way Series, Part 2: Parent Perspective

Family engagement is more than attending events—it’s about taking an active role in helping the development of Special Olympics athletes and Programs.
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From the Heart of Texas: Inclusion Shines at the Special Olympics Texas Summer Games

On this second episode host Novie Craven takes listeners on the road for a special edition of the podcast—recorded live at the Special Olympics Texas Summer Games in Melissa, Texas.
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A Love that Continues Giving

For Carlo Gabriele and Emilia Morelli, love and volunteering go hand in hand.
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Strength of Kindness: Welcoming Champions at the Turin Winter Games Opening Ceremony

Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025 Kick Off with Heartfelt Opening Ceremony
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Special Olympics & UEFA: a Partnership in a League of its Own

We look back on a fantastic year of football cooperation and celebration and reflect on the powerful partnership between Special Olympics and UEFA.
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Preserving Memories on World Photography Day

Behind the lens of a camera, stands a photographer showcasing their skill and imagination—turning real-life moments into long-lasting memories.
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Special Olympics is Racing Toward a Tech Evolution. The Athletes are Leading the Sprint.

Special Olympics is racing toward a tech evolution. The athletes are leading the sprint.
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Special Olympics at UEFA EURO 2024: Volunteer Pair from Stuttgart Embrace the Experience

Over the past few weeks, volunteer pair Reka Schatz and Beeke Brinkmann have been among the Special Olympics athletes and partners assisting at UEFA EURO 2024 - the third-largest sporting event in the world.
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