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Unified Pairs from Special Olympics Costa Rica and Paraguay Unite on Inclusion Revolution Radio Podcast

Adriana, Daniela, Dahiana, and Marina smile in promo for Inclusion Revolution Radio.
Unified pairs Adriana and Daniela from Special Olympics Costa Rica and Dahiana and Marina from Special Olympics Paraguay joined the podcast.
In the News

The ‘R-Word’ is Back. How a Slur Became Renormalized

An image of a mouth with R*SLUR written over it.
On an April episode of “The Joe Rogan Experience,” the host used a slur within the first 45 seconds of the show.
Intellectual Disabilities

Autism

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Autism is a complex neurological and developmental condition that affects how a person learns, communicates and interacts with others.
50 Game Changers Espanol

Ricardo Thornton

Ricardo Thornton sobrevivió a la notoria Institución Forest Haven (en las afueras de Washington, DC), un lugar que él describe como una prisión para personas con discapacidad intelectual.
Athletes

It’s Been a Year of Inclusion for Julio

Julio shows that all over the world, people with intellectual disabilities are chipping away at societal barriers and showing what they bring to the table.
Athletes

Ken: Making a Better World

Ken: Making a Better World
Through Unified Leadership, we are bringing people together to learn from each other & build a more inclusive world.
Inclusion Works

PROVING YOURSELF—Life Lesson from Youssef

PROVING YOURSELF—Life Lesson from Youssef
Youssef saw his friends beaten and bullied, then he was beaten and bullied—all because they have intellectual disabilities. Instead of giving up, he became determined to show the world that people with ID can do anything ”if only we are given the chance.” In his own words, he inspires us to grab every opportunity to succeed, because “we are ALL able.”
Inclusion Works

FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS—Work Lesson from Lily

FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS—Work Lesson from Lily
From the very start, Lily had big dreams—and determination! She’s a trail-blazing young talent, who also happens to have Down syndrome. Still in her teens, she’s become a popular model & actress, most recently appearing on the Netflix series, “Never Have I Ever.” Here, she shares some tips for anyone else determined to follow their dreams.

Special Olympics Europe Eurasia – Edna & Aldina (SO Bosnia & Herzegovina)

Special Olympics Europe Eurasia – Edna & Aldina (SO Bosnia & Herzegovina)
This upcoming week, as part of the UN’s observance of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we are going to hear from Youth Leaders in six of our Regions who represent a new wave of creativity, and who are helping to reinforce the need for inclusion during this time.
Inclusion Works

Why Education & Awareness Matter: Joyce's Story

Why Education & Awareness Matter: Joyce's Story
When Joyce had trouble walking, her parents were given the following advice to straighten her bones: dig a hole in the ground, put Joyce in it, pack it with soil. Joyce stood in the hole, week after week. Education and awareness are vital in ending health disparities children like Joyce face. Sign our pledge today! JoinTheRevolution.org/pledge!
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