Former Special Olympics Ireland and Special Olympics International CEO Mary Davis has been awarded an honorary doctorate by Munster Technological University (MTU), recognising her outstanding contribution to Irish society, human rights and inclusion.

As part of our Women in Sport programme, the Special Olympics Ireland HealthFest on 18th October brought together over 30 female athletes, for a great day focused on health, wellbeing and inclusion.

Club Week 2026 is coming this October! From Monday 19th to Thursday 22nd October, we are hosting a dedicated week of online workshops designed to support, develop and strengthen Special Olympics Ireland clubs.

Special Olympics Ireland athlete leader and Health Messenger Jonathon Deering joined Health and Wellbeing Lead, Dr Kathy Fulcher at the International Association of Disability and Oral Health (IADH) Conference in Trinity College Business School last week. They participated in a panel discussion titled From a Sports Organization to a Health Organization: The Advocacy Journey in the US and Beyond.

Special Olympics Ireland are proud to be supported by Sport Ireland and the Department of Sport through the 2026 Women in Sport Funding Programme, with €50,000 going to support initiatives coming under our Women in Sport Action Plan.

We're delighted to announce that plans are underway to establish a new Special Olympics club in Inishowen, providing sporting opportunities for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

Watch our Video Highlights and experience the action, magic and atmosphere of the Ireland Games, all at your fingertips. Step into the heart of the Games and relive the moments that made this celebration so special.

Watch our Video Highlights and experience the action, magic and atmosphere of the Ireland Games, all at your fingertips. Step into the heart of the Games and relive the moments that made this celebration so special.