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Inclusion around the World
From kids to communities, see inspirational examples of how inclusion is taking root, and leading to real change, both at home and around the world.
FromFHSAA.com
SAAC Member Shines at Special Olympics Regional Swim Meet
Nicholas' sportsmanship was widely praised by Special Olympics coaches, officials, parents, and fellow swimmers throughout.
WDSRA and Special Olympics: Where Inclusion, Athletics and Lifelong Friendships Come Together
Meet Andrea — athlete, teammate, cheerleader and friend.
Fromhpenews.com
Davidson County, NC Woman Recognized by Special Olympics
Wilkerson was one of five people awarded and honored at the SONC Billy Quick Leadership Award.
From6ABC.com
Father-son duo from Montgomery County picked for 2026 Special Olympics USA in Minneapolis
John and Brian Quinn of Horsham, Pennsylvania first hit the links together in Special Olympics two decades ago.
Andrew’s big step for Special Olympics
Andrew Hollis will step onto a big stage next year when he joins Team Indiana in the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis.
FromLAGalaxy.com
LA Galaxy Special Olympics Unified Team Sweeps SoCal Tournament
The LA Galaxy Special Olympics Unified Team swept the competition winning all three games in the first-ever MLS Special Olympics Unified Tournament in Los Angeles.
FromTheRepublic.com
Local athletes bring home medals from Special Olympics State Games
Several Bartholomew Brown Jennings track and field athletes came away with hardware at the Spring Games and the State Summer Games.
Special Olympics Swimming Programme
Special Olympics is ensuring everyone gets to experience the joy of teamwork, opportunity, and medal-winning performances.
Fromtravelpulse.com
United Airlines Expands Special Olympics Service Ambassador Program
United Airlines is set to hire more Special Olympics athletes as customer service ambassadors to its airline’s hubs in Los Angeles, San Francisco and Newark.
55 years of volunteering for Special Olympics
Ken Kieffer from Seattle volunteered in Prince George during the Special Olympics BC Summer Games.
Special Olympics Celebrates One Year Countdown to 2026 Special Olympics USA Games
Announces Three-Year BofA Grant and Platinum Partnership
Frommsn.com
The ‘r-word’ is back. How a slur became renormalized
On an April episode of “The Joe Rogan Experience,” the host used a slur within the first 45 seconds of the show.
Fromgoal.com
Orlando City SC and Chicago Fire FC host Special Olympics Unified match
The 2 MLS clubs partnered to host a Special Olympics Unified match, bringing together athletes with and w/o intellectual disabilities
Fromazcardinals.com
PHOTOS: Special Olympics Youth Camp
The Arizona Cardinals hosted athletes from Special Olympics to participate in a youth football camp with the Cardinals' rookie class
Frombucksco.today
Family Finds Unexpected Support Network Through Son’s Special Olympics Journey
After his teacher noticed how much he enjoyed gym class and suggested the Special Olympics, things changed significantly.
FromIFJ.org
The IJF and Special Olympics Reinforce Partnership
SOI athletes exemplify courage, joy and inclusivity, transcending geographical, cultural and social boundaries.
Fromthehealthy.com
Don’t Leave This Community Out of Mental Health Discussions
People with intellectual and developmental disabilities experience depression, anxiety, and loneliness—but are rarely included in the conversation.
From406 MT Sports
How Special Olympics have been life-changing for my son, and for me
Yet, after tagging along with my son's team, just as a spectator, and a dad, I have a new favorite: the pure form of competition that is Special Olympics.
Fromhealth.pitt.edu
Health Sciences Students Collaborate with Special Olympics Pennsylvania
Health sciences schools teamed up with Special Olympics Pennsylvania to collect health data for Project ALL STAR.
FromKRON4.com
KRON4’s Kyla Grogan honored as Special Olympics Volunteer of the Year
Kyla Grogan was surprised by being named Volunteer of the Year by Special Olympics Northern California.
FromTheAdvocate.com
The Advocate's 2025 Special Olympics boys athlete of the year: Live Oaks' Caleb Lee
Passionate is one way to describe Caleb Lee’s feeling toward Special Olympic competition, which he began at 8 years old.

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