Special Olympics and Best Buddies build global movement to promote inclusion
Special Olympics, Best Buddies International and supporters from around the world will unite on Wednesday, March 4th for the annual Spread the Word Day.
‘Stop Saying The R-word’
“…As someone that is on this spectrum, I encourage you, please stop using the r-word.”
Bridging the gap: Special Olympics and Best Buddies create global movement to build inclusion for people with intellectual disabilities
Special Olympics, Best Buddies International and supporters from around the world will unite on Wednesday, March 6th for the annual Spread the Word Day.
Miami Marlins Hosts Event in Support of Spread the Word to End the Word
Miami, Florida, March 6, 2018 – The Miami Marlins held a special event in support of the Spread the Word to End the Word campaign during their Spring Training in Jupiter, Florida at the Roger Dean Stadium. A total of six individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities from Best Buddies International and Special Olympics were invited to participate in the special event.
Discriminatory Language about People with Intellectual Disabilities – Particularly the ‘R’-word – Remains Prevalent Across Social Media
WASHINGTON, March 6, 2018 — Special Olympics, Best Buddies International and supporters from around the world will unite on Wednesday, March 7th for the annual Spread the Word to End the Word® Day…