In the News - SpecialOlympics.org
WEBIn every corner of the earth, Special Olympics is changing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities. These news stories come from all around the world.
Special Olympics’ Action-First Push for Inclusion Everywhere
WEBStavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) Program Officer Panos Vazaios reflects on the power of Special Olympics’ approach and the partnership between Special Olympics and SNF, including the Play Unified: Learn Unified initiative and the Global Coalition for Inclusion.
Latest Update Regarding the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games
WEBJun 21, 2022 · In the News. Latest Update Regarding the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games. Updated June 21, 2022. Special Olympics followed expert medical advice in requiring vaccines for athletes preparing for and participating in the 2022 USA Games to reduce the risk of hospitalization and death.
Special Olympics and Stavros Niarchos Foundation Expand Unified …
WEBThe flame will now be transported to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE) ahead of the Games which kick off on 14 March 2019. Over 7,500 athletes from over 190 countries will compete in the Special Olympics World Games from 14 to 21 March 2019. Photo by LEFTERIS PARTSALIS.
Special Olympics France’s Fanélie Croizat Carries Olympic Torch for ...
WEBFanélie Croizat with Special Olympics France members. Earlier this year as France ramped up to host the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Fanélie was asked to carry the Olympic Torch in the city of Lyon, France near her hometown of Saint-Chamond.
Minnesota Wins Bid to Host the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games
WEBThe 2026 Special Olympics USA Games will take place in Minnesota, bringing together athletes, coaches and fans who will showcase inclusion, competition and how to unify the world through sport. In June 2026, the Twin Cities will host as many as 4,000 athletes, 10,000 volunteers, 1,500 coaches and 75,000 fans from all 50 states, parts of Canada ...
Stories - SpecialOlympics.org
WEBStories. These global stories are about the power of Special Olympics to inspire hope, confidence and courage. Special Olympics changes the lives of our athletes with intellectual disabilities but also our coaches, families, volunteers and others who have the opportunity to take part. In the News.
From Athlete to Coach—A Dream Chasing Story Spanning 40 Years
WEBSpecial Olympics Health Messenger Gilmour Borg shared his compelling journey from enduring bullying to emerging as an Athlete Leader, at the European Union's (EU) World Mental Health Conference in Brussels, Belgium.
Update Regarding the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games
WEBJun 3, 2022 · SOI, Special Olympics North America, and the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games Local Organizing Committee are making best efforts to accommodate eligible individuals. We look forward to welcoming thousands of Special Olympics athletes, families, and fans to an extraordinary 2022 USA Games.
Special Olympics Announces New Rosemary Collaboratory …
WEBOver fifty years ago, Rosemary Kennedy inspired the creation of the Special Olympics movement. Starting today, Rosemary Collaboratory will inspire and foster the collaboration and action that are needed to make health systems stronger and make health equity for people with IDD reality.