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Families

Families are the number one fans of our Special Olympics athletes. They offer a unique type of support, love and encouragement that no one else can. Special Olympics is a support network that brings families together in a caring, positive way—and that makes the cheers for our athletes even louder!

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Thank you for your interest in requesting a speaker from Special Olympics. Special Olympics is a global movement creating a world of inclusion and community, where every single person is accepted and welcomed, regardless of their level of ability.

Eunice Kennedy Shriver

Eunice Kennedy Shriver's Story

Eunice Kennedy Shriver, founder of Special Olympics, was a pioneer in the worldwide struggle for rights and acceptance for people with intellectual disabilities.

Athletes

How a Free Screening Changed Isaac “Joe” Crawford's Life

By Katie McGhee , July 31, 2018

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Suffering from headaches and often squinting to see better, it was clear Crawford needed to get his eyes checked.

Partners of the Movement

Lions Clubs International Foundation

Since 2001, the Lions Clubs International Foundation has provided generous support to the Special Olympics movement, expanding the reach and scope of key programs in the areas of health, inclusive sports and community building through inclusive development through service worldwide. Through the “Mission: Inclusion” partnership platform, the Lions Clubs International Foundation and countless Lions Clubs have become a pivotal global partner in the lives of athletes with intellectual disabilities throughout the world.

Community Impact

Golf Star Leads Clinic for Special Olympics Great Britain Athletes

By Aoife O'Grady, July 17, 2018

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Padraig Harrington led an exciting golf clinic for six Special Olympics Great Britain (GB) athletes on Wednesday 11 July.

Community Impact

British Youth Leaders Embrace the Power of Inclusion

By Jenni Hakkinen, June 19, 2018

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William Browning and his sister Jemima Browning from North Yorkshire are using their skills to create a more inclusive future.

Community Impact

Made For Each Other- A Brother and Sister Tale

By Tenia Jordan, June 12, 2018

From riding bikes, playing basketball and enjoying a game of hide and go seek, there is nothing like having a sibling to have fun with.

Athletes

How Opening Eyes Program Helped a Romanian Swimmer

By Bjoern Koehler, May 30, 2018

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Thanks to the program, supported by Essilor, 13-year-old Cristi Ardeleanu is experiencing huge improvements to his eyesight.

A Family members perspective about Special Olympics and the Healthy Athletes Screening

By Nomthandazo Dladla, May 24, 2018

Mrs. Francina Bopape, from Mahube valey in Pretoria, was one of the parents who came to the screening with her son. She said that she was very keen to find out what Special Olympics South Africa is about and that this served as a reason for both her and her son to come and attend the screening.