Videos
Special Olympics has competitions, programs and initiatives all around the world, every day of the year. Here's a look at what it's all about.
Unstoppable Determination: One Athlete's Journey of Passion and Love for Sport
Michal, a skier with Special Olympics Slovakia, competes through the Motor Activity Training Program (MATP)—Special Olympics’ movement-based sport program for athletes with profound intellectual disabilities who have high support needs.
#EBW2024 Takes Over Schools: Building a Unified Generation through Basketball!
The most-anticipated Special Olympics European Basketball Week (EBW) is back for its 21st edition in 2024. Running 25 November – 3 December, this year’s campaign will revolve around our basketball activities in schools. Over 25,000 people with and without intellectual disabilities are expected to play an active role during EBW, covering over 35 countries and 250 events.
Martim's Football Journey with Special Olympics and Sporting Clube de Portugal
Martim Maia is a Special Olympics Portugal athlete whose life changed when he discovered his love of football. Discover Martim's journey and the perspectives of those around him in this feature video, supported by UEFA.
Sammy for Change
Now, Sammy is focused on what’s next. He’s determined to continue his journey, not only for himself but also for others who need the same support and opportunities he found.
Playing Unified
Having students with and without intellectual disabilities play together has had a profound impact.
Building Confidence
Sammy began competing and winning in sports, building his confidence he had never felt before.
Sport for Change
Special Olympics was the catalyst for the change in Sammy.
Finding a Solution
Things began to change when his mother took him to a special needs school.
Questioning Himself
This treatment took a toll on his confidence, leaving him shy, angry, and questioning his worth.
School Humiliation
His early school years were filled with public humiliation.