SO-Link: Ongoing Projects

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SO-Link: Ongoing Projects

SO-LINK ATHELTE ENROLLEMT FORM

If you are a Special Olympics athlete and are interested in joining SO-Link, please complete the following questions (Please note that at this time only Special Olympics athletes are eligible to sign-up for SO-Link):

Special Olympics wants to help our athletes and their families stay healthy and happy. We may take part in research studies and would share information for your potential participation. All studies will be checked by the Special Olympics Chief Health Officer.

Select this box if you or your family would be interested in learning about research studies.

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Athletes, Special Olympics Programs, and researchers can learn more about SO-Link by following the links below:

Quick FAQs

WHAT IS SO-LINK?

A Special Olympics initiative that connects athletes who want to hear about research and evaluation opportunities.
HOW DOES SO-LINK WORK?

Athletes join SO-Link by answering “yes” to a question on the Special Olympics Athlete Registration Form asking if they want to hear about research or evaluation opportunities.
IF AN ATHLETE ASKS “WHAT IS SO-LINK?”

A Special Olympics project that athletes can sign up for if they are interested in participating in research. Athletes who sign up will receive emails about safe, approved research and evaluation.
WHAT SONA PROGRAMS SHOULD KNOW

SO-Link helps ensure consistent, systematic handling of research requests.
WHEN IS SO-LINK LAUNCHING?

Launch planned in June 2026.
HOW DOES SO-LINK RELATE TO THE CENTER OF EXCELLENCE?

Only athletes from Programs that have implemented the Center of Excellence are eligible to sign up for SO-Link.
IF A SONA PROGRAM HAS A QUESTION

Email: SOLink@specialolympics.org

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