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Eunice Kennedy Shriver, 1921-2009

One Woman's Vision

Eunice Kennedy Shriver changed the world for the better like few others in history. With a vision all her own, she saw beyond every horizon to create new opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities.

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Special Olympics Begins

Eunice Shriver describes in her own words how she found a focus for her life's work and energy.

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A Life of Advocacy

Follow Eunice Shriver's commitment to improving the lives of people with intellectual disabilities.

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Determined, Always

Through a vision born in her own backyard, Eunice Shriver changed the lives of millions.

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Every person, regardless of whatever different abilities they may have, can contribute, can be a source of joy, can beam with pride and love.
--Eunice Kennedy Shriver