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All youth deserve the chance to learn, lead, and thrive. The Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity is committing US$11 million to the Special Olympics Global Center for Inclusion in Education. Through this partnership, we are proud to continue to scale a movement dedicated to building more inclusive schools and societies worldwide. Together, we are shaping a future where every young person is valued, celebrated, and belongs.

From 5–8 October 2025, Katowice, Poland will host a thrilling showdown as 16 Unified Volleyball teams—featuring nearly 200 athletes—take center court at the iconic Spodek Arena.

Novie returns to Sitar Arts Center, where her creative journey began, to shine a spotlight on the vibrant community empowering D.C. youth to dream big through the arts.Download the Transcript

Nikilani shows that abilities, not disabilities, define a person’s potential. The power of inclusion in the workplace proves that when businesses open doors to people of all abilities, everyone wins.

From once being shy as a child to now leading with confidence, Nikilani hosted the very first Special Olympics Maui Athlete Leadership Council meeting.

As a passionate leader working to build local councils and give athletes a stronger voice, Nikilani embraced the opportunity to learn, connect, and share ideas with leaders from across the country.

Dr. Kellye Knueppel has been an integral part of growing the Special Olympics Lions Clubs International Foundation Opening Eyes® discipline of Special Olympics Healthy Athletes® for over 24 years in her home state of Wisconsin, across North America, and around the world.