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Hanna Joy Atkinson, Special Olympics Athlete, Colorado and Sargent Shriver International Global Messenger

Hanna Joy Atkinson

Hanna Joy Atkinson, 27, was born and raised in Littleton, Colorado. Hanna represents the North America region as a Sargent Shriver International Global Messenger. She also serves as a Health Messenger and has represented Special Olympics Colorado at Capitol Hill Day in Washington, D.C.

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Hanna Joy Atkinson standing in front of a evergreen tree smiling and has on a red Sargent Shriver International Global Messenger polo.
Athletes

Creating My Vision for 2023

The position has shaped me into a spirited, thoughtful leader in the inclusion revolution, where I help define the mindset of what true inclusion looks like.
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Athletes

Leading through Action in Kenya: Boniface’s Story

A Special Olympics Kenya athlete shares his journey with Special Olympics and why he's so passionate about improving the lives of people of all abilities in his community.
3 Min Read
Three people stand on a stage behind a podium.
Blog

My Advice for Meaningful Employment

Happy October and National Disability Employment Awareness Month! It’s the season of showcasing diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
3 Min Read
A Special Olympics athlete runs through agility rings.
Blog

Journey to the 2022 USA Games in Orlando

Good day to all our readers! As we point our attention to the upcoming 2022 Special Olympics USA Games, I hope you are ready for a magical event full of competition and togetherness!
2 Min Read
A Special Olympics athlete stands arm in arm with a woman. They are both wearing black dresses and smiling at the camera.
Blog

My Legendary World Class Mother

A woman in my life who has had a large impact on me.
2 Min Read
A group of people sit at computers and raise their arms for a picture.
Blog

2021 Lessons Become 2022 Impact

What lessons did you learn in 2021 and how do you plan to implement those lessons in 2022 to make the world more inclusive?
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Hanna riding a bike in the street.
Blog

Hanna Atkinson - My Workplace Journey

I dedicate my time to develop as an athlete leader. I show up to my commitments and sport practices. Some days I don’t feel like putting in the effort, but I do it anyway because it helps me develop into a stronger athlete and a stronger leader. I am willing to put in the hard work! True leaders dedicate their energy to what they love to do.
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Hanna Joy Atkinson standing with a young man in front of a company logo that reads: Channel Kindness.
In the News

Kindness is What We All Need

This blog article, written by Hanna Joy Atkinson, a Special Olympics Sargent Shriver International Global Messenger, was originally posted by Special Olympics North America. Lady Gaga recently interviewed Hanna who served as a reporter for Lady Gaga’s Channel Kindness, the digital platform for her Born This Way Foundation.
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Hanna standing next to a bride as the bride holds a bouquet and has her arm around Hanna's shoulder.
Athletes

Hanna Atkinson Makes the Most of Global Week of Inclusion

To celebrate inclusion in my life, I was able to take part in some really fun events during the Global Week of Inclusion!
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