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