Monthly Archives: May 2011

A New Global Ambassador for Special Olympics

Posted on May 31, 2011 by

We’re excited to announce that former South African Olympian and the Future Princess of Monaco, Madame Charlene Wittstock, has joined the Special Olympics family as a Global Ambassador! The announcement was made this past weekend at the AMBER Charity Fashion … Continue reading →

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Alvaro Delacruz and Marina Cabrera are Ready for Athens!

Posted on May 26, 2011 by

Meet Alvaro and Marina, unified partners from Paraguay who are traveling to Athens this summer for the Global Youth Activation Summit.  Alvaro and Marina work together to raise awareness about Special Olympics in their community and promote acceptance and inclusion … Continue reading →

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Healthy Athletes Volunteer Takes Action Following Deadly Alabama Tornadoes

Posted on May 24, 2011 by

  With a background in health education and as a Health Promotion volunteer clinical director with the Special Olympics Healthy Athletes program, Dr. Brian F. Geiger has extensive experience working with people with intellectual disabilities. But when the most devastating … Continue reading →

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Getting Ready for Korea

Posted on May 19, 2011 by

Last week, I traveled to Seoul, South Korea, the host country of our 2013 Special Olympics World Winter Games. It was thrilling to see all of the ways the Games are already beginning to take shape. We released the official … Continue reading →

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World Games Countdown

Posted on May 19, 2011 by

On Monday we celebrated the 40-day countdown to the 2011 Special Olympics World Summer Games. With every day that passes, we’re getting closer and closer to this exciting international event. Start gearing up for the Games with a few great … Continue reading →

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Teach hand-washing without Running Water? No Problem — use a Coca-Cola bottle!

Posted on May 19, 2011 by

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes programs around the world often must adjust to local situations when implementing events, but in Malawi, the organizers of a program funded through a Health Promotion community-based grant took creative problem-solving to new heights when teaching … Continue reading →

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Coke Celebrates 125th Anniversary

Posted on May 13, 2011 by

This week we’re excited to celebrate the 125th Anniversary of our global partner, Coca-Cola. For the last 125 years, Coca-Cola has been sharing happiness and refreshing the world. For the last 43 years (aka when Special Olympics first began), Coca-Cola has … Continue reading →

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Spotlight on Kester Edwards

Posted on May 12, 2011 by

Meet Kester Edwards, former Special Olympics athlete, Special Olympics International board member, and International Global Messenger.  Kester is currently the Coordinator for Leadership Development and Education at Special Olympics International.  Kester, a swimming enthusiast, was instrumental in bringing open water … Continue reading →

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Teacher Blog 2: Attleboro Youth Spread the Word to Everyone!

Posted on May 11, 2011 by

We often take for granted our abilities and appearances. Many students often don’t see the true potential and strengths of their peers, such is true for students with intellectual disabilities. That is, until there are moments where students with ID can truly shine and … Continue reading →

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Thank You, Mom

Posted on May 9, 2011 by

Hopefully you’ve had the chance to see our amazing new PSA from P&G featuring Special Olympics Michigan athlete Molly Hincka and her mom Kerry. The video is an amazing testament to our Special Olympics mothers who fight everyday to ensure … Continue reading →

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