Press Kit
Special Olympics is a global movement that unleashes the human spirit through the transformative power and joy of sports, every day around the world.
FACT SHEETS
Countries and States Fact Sheet
A fact sheet that contains interesting facts about Special Olympics Countries and States.
Did You Know Fact Sheet
A fact sheet that contains interesting facts about Special Olympics.
Intellectual Disability Fact Sheet
A fact sheet that describes what are intellectual disabilities.
Overview Fact Sheet
A fact sheet with an overview of our mission, our reach and our deliverables.
Research Fact Sheet
A fact sheet that outlines Special Olympics research and major findings regarding people with intellectual disabilities.
Special Olympics and Paralympics Comparison Chart
A chart that compares Special Olympics, Paralympics and Olympics.
Special Olympics and Paralympics Comparison Fact Sheet
A fact sheet that describes the differences between Special Olympics and Paralympics.
Special Olympics Milestones
Complete history of Special Olympics milestones in chronological order.
Sports Fact Sheet
List of all official Special Olympics summer, winter and recognized sports.
Young Athletes Fact Sheet
A fact sheet that contains interesting facts about Special Olympics Young Athletes.
Events & Campaigns
For special events and campaigns throughout the year, go to this page for all the brand, communications and marketing materials you will need.
2023 Annual Report and Reach Report
2023 Annual Report
The Special Olympics 2023 Annual Report highlights the impact of our global movement over the course of a year—filled with sports, competitions, unified leadership, inclusive health milestones, and much more.
2023 Reach Report
The Reach Report is a summary of key programmatic results achieved globally in the framework of its activities conducted in the previous year.
BIOGRAPHICAL INFO
Special Olympics' volunteer Board of Directors determines international policies. The board is composed of business and sport leaders, professional athletes, educators and experts in intellectual disabilities from around the world.
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How to Speak with People with Disabilities
Whether you are in a health care or other professional environment or just having a personal conversation, consider these basic rules for communicating with a person with an intellectual disability. Download
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