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!”
ELHS Best Buddies Spirit Week
Join students in the ELHS Best Buddies program in ending the R-word!
Don't Say It
When you say the R-word, you marginalize and insult people with intellectual disabilities, their family and friends. Mrs. Tedesco's class says: Don't say it.
Gannon University Occupational Threapy Students Stand Up
Occupational Therapy students at Gannon University made this great video asking others to "Stand Up to Use Their Voice" in speaking out against the R-word.
I Am Good At
In honor of North American Inclusion Month (NAIM), Yachad LA YouTuber Ian Lurie posted this video to help us end the use of the R-word.
For Colton
You Tuber Summer B, a high school freshman, makes this video as a tribute to her big brother, Colton.
Mahomet Junior High Bulldog Buddies Stop the R-Word
This was the 2011 commercial done by the Mahomet Jr. Bulldog buddies for the Spread the Word to End the Word campaign.
For Matthew
When saying the R-word: What we mean is that he is as stupid as someone who is mentally handicapped, and we mean that in the most derogatory sense.
Dedicated to Kevin
One family's story about why they want you to end the R-word and pledge respect!
Logan Is...
A sister's call for respect. Spread the Word to End the Word, Say NO to the r-word. This song used in this video is not mine, it is So Sweet by Karla Adolphe.
Meet Samantha
The use of the word "retard" or "retarded" is hurtful. My sister has Down syndrome and I am her biggest supporter.
Happy 2012 Spread the Word Day!
Campaign co-founders Soeren Palumbo and Tim Shriver share this activation message to help you make a big impact!