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Videos

Special Olympics has competitions, programs and initiatives all around the world, every day of the year. Here's a look at what it's all about.

Weston High Takes A Stand

Students from Weston High in Connecticut take a stand against the R-word.

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.

Meet Deon Namiseb

Deon Namiseb won a bronze medal winning with the unified soccer team from Namibia at the 2007 Special Olympics World Summer Games.

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.

"Speechless"—Susie Doyens's Remarkable Story

Susie remained practically mute for most of her childhood due to social pressure and anxiety. See how she shattered those fears.

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.

For Laura

I think that using the "R-word" is one of the most derogatory terms that someone can use.

Meet Samantha

The use of the word "retard" or "retarded" is hurtful. My sister has Down syndrome and I am her biggest supporter.