Welcome
to Special Olympics Switzerland
The vision of Special Olympics is to create an inclusive world through the power of sport, where people with intellectual disabilities can lead active, healthy, and fulfilling lives.
About us
Special Olympics Switzerland opens up access to movement, play, and sport for people with intellectual disabilities.
They experience respect and appreciation and enjoy unforgettable moments. Through sport, they develop both physically and personally and fully realize their strengths.
Get Involved
Become part of the movement: Whether in sports, in the organization, in the Family Network, or as a partner, there are many ways to get involved. With your commitment, donation, or support, you open up new opportunities for athletes, promote their athletic development, and make unforgettable experiences possible.
Sport
Discover our diverse range of sports and exercise programs: from low-threshold taster courses such as the Discovery Days, to one- to multi-day competitions in your sport, to training and further education modules. Here you will find what suits you.
Sport changes lives – join us!
For our athletes, sport is far more than just movement: It strengthens body and mind, sustainably promotes personal development, and creates a true community.
With your donation, you make regular sports and exercise programs, new friendships, and unforgettable goosebump moments possible – from small regional competitions and Discovery Days to the National Games or even the World Games.
Help change lives – your support makes a difference!
Impactful Stories
Here you will find all exciting insights about Special Olympics Switzerland: from current competitions and inspiring blog posts to emotional success stories of our athletes. Let their stories inspire you!
Soaking up the sun and recharging our batteries
After intense and eventful months, it’s time for a short breather. Over the past weeks and months,…
17.07.2026
Lasting memories
For four days – from May 28 to 31, 2026 – the National Games Zug focused on…
07.07.2026
A successful day full of movement and encounters in Magglingen
Under radiant summer weather, we were delighted to participate in the PluSport Day in Magglingen, together with…
06.07.2026
Swiss Equestrian team excels at the Grand Prix in Monaco
The competition and the results of the weekend from June 26 to 29 are already important to…
03.07.2026
Gold for the Unified Handball Team Switzerland in Saarland
The Unified Handball Team of Special Olympics Switzerland achieved outstanding success at the National Summer Games Saarland…
02.07.2026
Yverdon-les-Bains is the host city of the National Summer Games 2030
The decision has been made: Special Olympics Switzerland’s National Summer Games 2030 will take place from 12…
25.06.2026
Sandro Winter represents Switzerland at the LETR European Conference
From June 10 to 12, 2026, Sandro Winter, a police officer and delegate of the International Police…
18.06.2026
Special Olympics at CSIO St. Gallen
The SOSWI Support Association St. Gallen was given the opportunity to present itself at the CSIO with…
08.06.2026
Welcome to the Team: Giuanna Gartmann
We’re gaining reinforcement in Graubünden: With Giuanna Gartmann, we’re welcoming a dedicated professional who brings her passion…
02.06.2026
Central Switzerland Network Meeting
Zug became a meeting point for dedicated people from the sports sector on Saturday, May 30, 2026:…
02.06.2026
What four amazing days!
The Special Olympics National Summer Games Zug 2026 came to an end on Sunday with a fitting…
01.06.2026
Enthusiasm, emotions, and first medals
On the second day of the Special Olympics National Summer Games Zug 2026, further division competitions took…
30.05.2026
Upcoming Events
Competitions, international competitions, training and development, as well as Games offer countless opportunities throughout the year to be part of Special Olympics Switzerland.
Our Partners
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