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Special Olympics has launched a revolution in its approach to sport and competition with the roll-out of an exciting new floorball data project. In partnership with the International Floorball Federation (IFF), Special Olympics launched an innovative real-time sports data project at the Invitational Games in Sweden. The Games are taking place from the 1 to the 4 of February and feature 90 floorball players from Sweden, Belgium, Finland and Spain competing across the competition.

For years, Brightfield was left out of his community because he seemed different. Through inclusion, he became a role model anyone would get behind!

The first day of the Sweden Invitational Games, on 1 February 2020, proved to be an exciting and inclusive time for everyone.

Kansas City Chiefs Head Coach, Andy Reid shared a message for all of the Special Olympics athletes ahead of the “Big Game.”

Excitement was in the air as Berlin, Germany officially became the host for the next Special Olympics World Games in 2023.

Through inclusion, Nada has been able to channel her passion for sports and turn it into her career. As a member of the workforce, she now has influence in her community.

Julio shows that all over the world, people with intellectual disabilities are chipping away at societal barriers and showing what they bring to the table.

For us, 2019 has been about bringing people with and without intellectual disabilities together. As we look to 2020, help us continue our work towards building an inclusive world.

In partnership with the International Floorball Federation (IFF), Special Olympics launched an innovative real-time sports data project at the Invitational Games in Sweden.

Through accepting himself, Yannick found his voice. He wants people, especially parents, to know that inclusion starts with you!

Special Olympics athlete-coaches from SO Belgium (Tamara) and SO Germany (Andre) made their mark at the Unified Basketball Tournament held in Munich, Germany from 28 – 30 November.

Al-Sayyed joined Special Olympics as a volunteer. Then he became an athlete. Now he is a leader.