Our Words
Advocacy and creative passion are key to Spread the Word and we are always looking for more ways to hear and amplify the voice of every member of our community. We want to hear your stories, your concerns and your opinions. And we want others to hear them as well. Send us your story of inclusion. Check out stories from our community below!”
A Guide to Standing Up to Bullying
Trigger/Content warning: discussion of suicide, bullying, and assaultPlease read at your own discretion.14-year-old Adriana Kuch was like any other American teenager. Her family described her as a “fun-loving little girl.”
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How to Talk to Your Friends About the R-Word: A Guide for Students and Parents
From political figures using it in public to major blockbusters sneaking it into the mainstream, the R-word is being used at an alarming frequency.
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Dialogue Scenario 2: Collecting R-word Pledges at an Event
Use this dialogue guide and tips to help you successfully articulate why the R-word is hurtful and harmful in everyday speech.
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Dialogue Scenario 1: When Friends or Family Use the R-word
Having a conversation with friends and family about the R-word can be uncomfortable. Use this dialogue to help you spread the word.
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Inclusion Starts With Me
For Marya Ketchell, inclusion starts by showing up with her son Wyatt, who has Down Syndrome.
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Why Pledge
Our goal is to disrupt the cycle of isolation and exclusion with grassroots action for inclusion in schools, workplaces, and communities around the world.
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Changing the R-word on Twitter
Our friends at Y&R took up the challenge of finding a great way to get R-word users to think of a different way to get their thoughts out.
Changing a Community
City officials, self-advocates, and local leaders are working together for inclusion in Rochester, New York. See their video here and learn more about the work here.
What is Bullying? for Kids | How to Stop Bullying | National Bullying Prevention Month | Twinkl USA
In this video, children will learn about the different types of bullying and how to respond to and prevent bullying.
Powerful Words: Challenged by a Moment
In March of 2009, Tim and co-founder Soeren Palumbo, created this annual day of awareness that continues to be led by passionate young people, Special Olympics athletes and Best Buddies participants across the world.
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My Family’s Gift
I have always been very protective and concerned about my younger sister, Sagarika, who was born with an intellectual disability. I feel extremely blessed to have a sister like her.
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