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World Games

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Athletes

Dancing Towards Her Dreams: Megan Tang’s Journey of Perseverance and Passion

Some journeys begin with talent, others with sheer determination—but the most extraordinary ones are shaped by unwavering support, love, and belief.
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Blog

Reflecting on the Special Olympics World Winter Games

I had the honour and privilege of experiencing my first Special Olympics World Winter Games as a Sargent Shriver Global Messenger (SSGM) during the 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin, Italy, March 8-15. These Games were truly the best experience ever and one that I will cherish forever.
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In the News

Special Olympics Norway Athletes Honored by Prince Sverre Magnus

Special Olympics Norway athletes who competed in Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 were honored in a reception in Oslo by Prince Sverre Magnus on 28 May for their achievements in sport.
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Community Impact

The Transformative Power of Fatherhood and Special Olympics

Today, Special Olympics is looking back at all the fathers, father-figures, and grandfathers who, through the power of sport, have helped raise, support, coach, and love Special Olympics athletes around the world.
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A group of athletes smile and hold medals after winning a floorball match.
Athletes

A Full Court of Smiles, Special Olympics Iraq Learns the Importance of Oral Health at Special Olympics Healthy Athletes®

For the Special Olympics Iraq floorball team, success isn’t just measured by earning medals, it’s also about taking every opportunity to improve their health.
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Athletes

Through the Lens in Turin

The Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin, Italy was an incredible experience that yielded thousands of magnificent moments.
15 Images
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Athletes

Seeing Success: Ji-Hua Li's Journey to Improved Vision at the Special Olympics World Winter Games

Special Olympics Chinese-Taipei athlete Ji-Hua knew the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 would be a transformative athletic opportunity, but beyond her goals for competition, she also had a secondary mission: improving her vision.
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Athletes

From Namibia to Turin: A Journey of Resilience and Dreams

Special Olympics Namibia's journey to the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 was more than just a flight across continents–it was a leap toward new experiences, self-belief, and a future filled with expanded possibilities.
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Community Impact

A Story Through Photos: Takeaways from an Internship at Special Olympics

Destiny Stubbs shares her experience interning with the Content and Storytelling Team at Special Olympics, and how the photos from Winter Games tell their own story.
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Athletes

One for All and All for One: Team Mari

For Mari Holt, competing at the 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games is a long-awaited dream come true.
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