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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.
Special Olympics European Football Week - Power of Partnerships #EFW2026
Special Olympics European Football Week 2026 is finally here! In its 26th edition, #EFW celebrates the power of partnerships and how open collaboration with our partners helps us expand and improve our football offer throughout Europe and Eurasia. This year, over 300 events are to take place in 40 countries across our region: celebrate #EFW2026 with us!
Letter from David Duncan
Loretta Claiborne Named Special Olympics Advisor to CEO
At Special Olympics, athletes are at the core of our leadership. Their voice and example guide the movement in every way. Thatβs why we are thrilled to announce Loretta Claiborne as our new Senior Advisor to the CEO, Athlete Experience.
IRR: Hannah & Amen Teter
Download the TranscriptSpecial Olympics Global Ambassador and Olympic snowboarder Hannah Teter joins Inclusion Revolution Radio alongside her brother, Amen Teter, Global Director of Action Sports at Octagon. Together, Hannah and Amen champion the message of the Spread the Word campaign, empowering young leaders to speak up to end the R-word, address bullying and promote kindness.Read the Full Article
Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup Draw Ceremony
Take a look back at the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup Draw Ceremony hosted by the French Football Federation as we officially kick off the journey to Paris 2026. For the first time ever, France will host the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup, taking place 6 β 11 July 2026 across iconic venues in the heart of Paris.
ππ€π«ππ ππ£π€π¬π¨ - Episode 11: Word Salad Part Two
With the right opportunities, anything is possible. In part two of Novieβs conversation, βLove on the Spectrumβ cast member Dani Bowman and Director/Executive Producer Cian OβClery share how Dani turned her animation dreams into a real business and why authentic representation and real relationships matter, both in love and in life.
Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup Draw Ceremony
Take a look back at the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup Draw Ceremony hosted by the French Football Federation as we officially kick off the journey to Paris 2026. For the first time ever, France will host the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup, taking place 6 β 11 July 2026 across iconic venues in the heart of Paris.
ππ€π«ππ ππ£π€π¬π¨ - Episode 10: Word Salad Part One
Finding love can feel like searching for a needle in an Earth-shaped haystack. For individuals with autism, that search can feel even more complicated. Director and Executive Producer Cian OβClery created βLove on the Spectrumβ to show just how diverse the experience of finding love can be for individuals with autism, including cast member Dani Bowman.
Redefining Whatβs Possible
Jeffβs journey didnβt start on a podium or with accolades. From the earliest days of his life, the path ahead seemed uncertain.Read the article
Michael Phelps Foundation and Special Olympics: Mental Health, Family, and Inclusion
Special Olympics isn't just about winning medals; it's about growing together as a community.
Make Every Race Count Campaign
Special Olympics and the Michael Phelps Foundation have launched Make Every Race Count. Make Every Race Count is a campaign to support and supply coaches with practical tools and resources that can be integrated into weekly training sessions to significantly decrease the number of DQs seen across the movement. A new home for swim coaches!