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A Special Olympics athlete in a red shirt smiles for the camera. He's standing next to a man outside.
Athletes

Special Olympics Athlete Drives with His Passion, Delivers as Independent Provider

In January 2024, after five months of hard work, Antrone “Juice” Williams received his Non-Medical Independent Transportation Provider license, something he takes great pride in.
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Mary Davis visiting with students.
In the News

Mary Davis Interviewed by Macau Daily Times

Special Olympics CEO Mary Davis was recently interviewed for a Macau Daily Times.
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In the News

United Airline’s Miles on a Mission Collects Miles for Special Olympics

Long-time Special Olympics corporate partner United Airlines announced that Special Olympics will be highlighted as a recipient of the airlines’ Miles on a Mission program.
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Athletes

Canadian Companies Showcase Inclusion Throughout Country with Special Olympics Athletes

Throughout the Special Olympics North America Region, companies demonstrate what an inclusive environment should look like and how that translates throughout the communities.
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Athletes

Preparation & Passion: Jana Kennedy’s Recipe for Meaningful Employment

Jana Kennedy’s passion for working in the prep kitchen stems from her relationship with her grandma.
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Athletes

Ke’Shaun Tillman Finds his Place in Sports Photography with Help from Mentor

On the campus of North Carolina State University, Erin Johnston and Ke’Shaun Tillman formed an unlikely friendship.
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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.
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Six people sit around a table with computers, folders, pens and paper. Jimmy Masina addresses them from his seat.
Athletes

Athlete Leadership Leads to Employment in Kenya

Two videos highlight the Athlete Leadership programming work that Special Olympics offers.
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An over the shoulder photograph of a man wearing glasses drawing a football/soccer stadium using a red marker.
In the News

Niall Guite and Special Olympics Great Britain Launch Social Enterprise

Special Olympics Great Britain is launching first online art business led by Special Olympics athlete, leader and artist Niall Guite.
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Yin playing ping pong on the left and Yin making a coffee on the right.
Athletes

Dream Coffee, Dream Job

Like many people with intellectual disabilities, Yin Hao dreams of having a good job. But jobs can be hard to find—and job training can also be tough to find. Luckily, there is a visionary special coffee shop, located near Yin's school in Shanghai. It's called The Dream Workshop.
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