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LGBTQ Student-Athletes Speak Out on Identity and Sports

Four Team DC scholarship recipients reflect on being out in high school sports, navigating support, visibility, and homophobia. The post LGBTQ Student-Athletes Speak Out on Identit...

5 ways to support women’s sports in Wisconsin

The NBA, NFL, and MLB have to start making room because women’s sports are gaining in popularity, and there are so many ways to support them in Wisconsin. The post 5 ways to suppor...

From Locker Rooms to Livestreams

How digital platforms are reshaping athlete interactions and the balance between visibility and privacy in sports.

HBCU Women Athletes Redefining Excellence in College Sports

As women’s sports continue to dominate popular culture and the collective narrative, HBCUs are helping mold athletes leading the way.

Team DC Builds LGBTQ Community Through Sports

The nonprofit connects more than 49 LGBTQ sports leagues while fostering visibility, leadership, and community across Washington, D.C. The post Team DC Builds LGBTQ Community Throu...

More than numbers: the equity gap in sport and recreation

Deloitte Global: Women's Elite Sports Continue to Change the Game with Revenues Expected to Reach at Least US$3 Billion...

Continued investments in women's sports are turning potential into progress and driving new opportunities

Basketball Africa League and Special Olympics Showcase Power of Inclusive Sport

South Africa Broadcast Corporation covered the innovative collaboration between Basketball Africa League and Special Olympics where the League hosted a Unified match up during a qu...

Degrees of Greatness: Athletes Who Put in Work Beyond the Game

Athletes go beyond sports, earning degrees & advanced credentials to build diverse careers & inspire the next generation.

VOICEINSPORT Introduces College Mentor Program Presented by She's Connected by AT&T

The new program brings 50 college athletes across sports to the VOICEINSPORT platform to mentor youth and grow their leadership and business skills. NEW YORK, May 6, 2026 /PRNewswi...

Football as a Force for Inclusion and Sustainable Change

On World Football Day, Special Olympics is celebrating the power of football to do more than just score goals; it breaks down barriers, builds communities, and unites athletes as t...

Redefining Youth Sports by Prioritizing Access, Inclusion, and School‑Based Support

With no tryouts, no fees, and fully inclusive teams, KG Soccer removes financial and logistical barriers that often keep kids out of organized sports. The post Redefining Youth Spo...

Beyond Inclusion: Liberating LGBTQ+ Athletes

LGBTQ+ athletes deserve more than inclusion. Liberation and celebration in sport unlock both well-being and performance.

Measuring the real success of modern diversity initiatives

Efforts to expand diversity in education and the workforce, through affirmative action, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, and policies such as the Rooney Rule, ar...

Jackie Robinson Day Is About More Than Being First

On April 15, MLB wears 42. This piece argues the real tribute is year-round: scholarships, fields, and widening the path for those who come next.

Women’s Flag Football Is Growing—And HBCUs Are Driving The Growth

Historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) are leading the way in the rapid rise of women’s flag football, transforming what was once considered a male-dominated sport in...

Why Canada’s Men’s World Cup Soccer Team Truly Reflects Our Nation’s Diversity

With players drawn from all over the world, soccer – more so than hockey or baseball – truly represents our multicultural identity The post Why Canada’s Men’s World Cup Soccer Te...

Fansided Covers Unified Sports as a Family Affair

Fansided recently covered the Special Olympics Australia women’s basketball team’s participation in the inaugural Special Olympics Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cupin Puerto Rico. T...

A Path Toward Equity in College Athletics Runs Through the Classroom

A Path Toward Equity in College Athletics Runs Through the Classroom sara.custer@in… Thu, 04/02/2026 - 03:00 AM Amid the chaos of college sports, giving...

Viral volleyball star Jordan Lucas: ‘I’m celebrating like NFL players, just in a more feminine way’

The Cal State Northridge player has attracted millions of views for his hair flicks and dismissive waves. He says navigating the fallout has been a career of its own“I think people...

Not With Trump!

Maybe we need this now more than ever!April is Diversity Month! Celebrate a World of Differences.Celebrating Diversity: Embracing a World of DifferencesAs we celebrate Diversity Mo...

Miami World Cup Preparations Focus On Inclusivity

Advocacy groups are currently engaging in a vital dialogue regarding the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Miami, focusing on ensuring a welcoming and secure environment for all attendees. Re...

The Real Power of Allyship

We have two very powerful allies!Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird Slam Olympic Committee’s “Hateful” Ban on Trans WomenRapinoe called the move a “total acquiescence” to the Trump adminis...

Disability Scoop Reports on the Power of Unified Sports

Disability Scoop reported on how Special Olympics Unified Sports and Unified Champion Schools are benefiting students with and without intellectual disabilities in an article title...