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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.

SAAC Member Shines at Special Olympics Regional Swim Meet

Nicholas' sportsmanship was widely praised by Special Olympics coaches, officials, parents, and fellow swimmers throughout.

Davidson County, NC Woman Recognized by Special Olympics

Wilkerson was one of five people awarded and honored at the SONC Billy Quick Leadership Award.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

The IJF and Special Olympics Reinforce Partnership

SOI athletes exemplify courage, joy and inclusivity, transcending geographical, cultural and social boundaries.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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