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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.
Mission: Inclusion—Lions Clubs International Champions Global Service and Unity
Download the TranscriptLions Clubs International Foundation sponsors this episode of Season 7 of Inclusion Revolution Radio, where service and inclusion take center stage. Recorded in the studios of Podville Media in Washington, D.C., this episode features an engaging conversation between host Novie Craven and Lions Clubs International Second Vice President Mark Lyon. With a heart for global volunteerism and nearly three decades as a dedicated Lion, Mark shares bold insights on the future of service, the enduring partnership with Special Olympics and how organizations can fight disconnection through purposeful action.Read the full article
Inclusion Revolution Radio: Special Olympics Texas Summer Games
Download the TranscriptOn this second episode of Season 7 of Inclusion Revolution Radio, sponsored by Toyota, host Novie Craven takes listeners on the road for a special edition of the podcast—recorded live at the Special Olympics Texas Summer Games in Melissa, Texas. From 1 – 4 May, thousands gathered for the largest competition of the year for Special Olympics Texas. With over 2,500 participants, including 1,574 athletes, 112 Unified partners and 859 coaches and volunteers, the event showcased the very best of sport, spirit and inclusion.
European Football Week 2025 #:EFW2025 Anja's Story
"For me, joining Special Olympics was like a golden ticket" - , Anja Van Helden, Special Olympics Switzerland Before joining Special Olympics, Anja trained with other teams but when it came to match day, she was left on the sidelines. Now she is at the heart of her Special Olympics Switzerland team for training sessions and matches alike—and she just loves it! Join Anja and football players across Europe in celebrating the 25th Anniversary of Special Olympics European Football Week.Read the full article
Cheers for Champions: Riya’s Journey to the World Winter Games!
From Isolation to Confidence: Riya’s Journey to the World Winter Games!
Cheers for Champions: Antoine (“Tony”) Magued Samir Saad, Special Olympics Egypt
“I’m a champion and a ninja!” Antoine (“Tony”) Magued Samir Saad, Special Olympics Egypt alpine skiing athlete, is ready to take on the snow-covered slopes at the Special Olympics World Winter Games!
Cheers for Champions: Gonzalo Escobar Wernli, Special Olympics Chile
From the slopes of Chile to the global stage, Gonzalo Escobar Wernli is carving his path in snowboarding!
Cheers for Champions: Fan Xinwei, Shanghai, China
Meet Fan Xinwei—a rising star in Special Olympics floorball from Shanghai, China! Since 2016, Fan has been making his mark on the international stage, competing at the Special Olympics Korea Floorball Invitational in 2018 and 2019.
Cheers for Champions: Alexandrea Rutledge, Special Olympics USA
Join us in cheering for champions like Alexandrea Rutledge as she takes on cross-country skiing at the Special Olympics World Winter Games #Turin2025!
Cheers for Champions: Elisa Parutto, Special Olympics Italy
From emotions to movement, Elisa Parutto transforms her passion for dance into pure inspiration. Closing her eyes and immersing herself in the rhythm, Elisa channels grace, determination, and the power of the music.
Cheers for Champions: Floorball, Team Kenya
Kenya’s floorball team has been training hard for the 2025 World Winter Games in Turin, Italy.