Press Releases

Turin, Italy – 12 December – The countdown is on to the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 (Winter Games) which will be staged in Turin, Italy. National, regional, and municipal government leaders, the private sector, and Special Olympics athletes have all shared the same message to promote the Winter Games: “The future is here.”

The President will host a dinner honoring Special Olympics athletes as they prepare to compete at the upcoming Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin in March 2025.

Global Leaders and advocates for change gathered at Zayed University under the theme of “Inclusion for Tomorrow”

Collaboration demonstrates Qloo’s commitment to use AI to promote humanity and support organizations’ social impact

Experts interested in inclusive education from 23 countries across Europe and the United States will attend

This recognition of the organisation founded by Eunice Kennedy Shriver in 1968 brings top international figures in Thessaloniki in a number of events that highlight the power of sport to overcome adversity.

CEO Mary Davis Joins US Government Delegation for First-Ever G7 Ministers' Meeting on Inclusion and Disability

Special Olympics, Inc. and Special Children's Charities have resolved their dispute regarding Special Children's Charities' use of the name, "Special Olympics Chicago," and reached a confidential settlement agreement in the United States District Court lawsuit.

Special Olympics Rwanda will host the region’s first continental gathering set to expand Unified Champion Schools across Africa—with support from His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan

September 17, 2024 - [Chelan, WA] - Rockit™ Apple, the world's first perfectly snack-sized apple, is honored to announce that they are moving into the third year of partnership with Special Olympics for fall 2024 and into 2025. Together, Special Olympics and Rockit™ Apple share a mutual vision to promote inclusion and celebrate bravery and resilience. By advocating for health and wellness for all, this collaboration helps make an impact on the lives of athletes and individuals with intellectual disabilities who face daily discrimination.

August 2024 – Buffalo, New York – RAZL LLC is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership. Beginning September 1st, 2024, Embrace the Difference®, the heartfelt jewelry line designed by Robyn Zimmer, will join forces with Special Olympics, the global organization dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities through sports. Together, they will promote their shared commitment to inclusion.

Special Olympics Kenya will host the region’s largest annual gathering—the Special Olympics Africa Leadership Conference with sponsor A Very Special Christmas