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World Winter Games

Art meets purpose in an extraordinary collaboration with Vespa

Art meets purpose in an extraordinary collaboration. Watch legendary architect, Frank Gehry, renowned artist Urs Fischer, and Special Olympics Italia artist Ghinka transform iconic Vespas into one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Every detail is crafted to support Special Olympics. Stay tuned for the full reveal.

Flame of Hope Ignites the Path to Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025

The Special Olympics Flame of Hope™ begins its journey from Athens to Italy
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Finding the Right Fit: Why Your Environment Matters

Special Olympics Hong Kong athlete Hui Lok-yee recognized the importance of the people we surround ourselves with. The difference between the struggles she faced at a young age and the success she later found was not about effort. It was about environment.
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Turin 2025 Home Hope: Ugo Valentini Swaps Tennis Racket For Snowboard Boots

Multi-sports talent balances training for the Special Olympics World Winter Games with driving lessons
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Black History Month – Theresa Simms-Smith’s Life-Long Dedication to Inclusivity

This February, Special Olympics is celebrating Black History Month and spotlighting an integral member of the Special Olympics team, Theresa Simms-Smith, Special Olympics’ Business Services Manager.
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"Family Matters" with Special Olympics South Africa's Winter Games athlete Shane François Bentley

If you were to see Shane François Bentley today—gliding on the ice, defending on the soccer field, or diving into a swimming pool—you’d never guess the mountain of challenges he’s had to overcome.

Meet Moly, the official Mascot of the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin!

The countdown to the Special Olympics World Winter Games begins with an exciting announcement: Meet Moly, the official Mascot of the Games! ❄️ Moly represents the creativity and inclusion at the heart of our movement, brought to life through a competition involving over 2,500 students with and without intellectual disabilities. Their incredible designs showcased the power of teamwork and imagination. 💡❤️ Stay tuned as Moly helps us celebrate the journey to the Games! 🏅

Unified On and Off the Court: Ines and Jasmin’s Winning Floorball Connection

Special Olympics Germany Unified duo is ready to compete in the World Winter Games Turin 2025
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Toyota Delivers the First Vehicles for Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025: Together for an Inclusive and Barrier-Free Sport

[Rome, Italy – 13 February 2025] Toyota, as a global partner of Special Olympics® and Mobility Partner for Special Olympics Winter World Games Torino 2025, has started delivering the first vehicles destined for the event, scheduled from March 8 to 15, 2025.
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Shane’s Journey of Determination to World Winter Games

If you were to see Shane François Bentley today—gliding on the ice, defending on the soccer field, or diving into a swimming pool—you’d never guess the mountain of challenges he’s had to overcome.
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