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Welcome to our special edition of Inclusion Revolution Radio and Spotlight Sessions from Special Olympics and accessiBe. It’s an exclusive series of conversations, where we talk about all things inclusion, sport and accessibility.

Tajha Ilerant joins JR. Tajha explains how Special Olympics helped her embrace her true self and how she carries that sense of self into being a motivational speaker, Special Olympics Global Messenger, and a Special Olympics Youth Ambassador.

International Day of Dance 2023Why did you start dancing and how does it make you feel?“It is fun to dance with others.”How do you like dancing with Special Olympics?“Dancing with Special Olympics is a good way for everyone to come together and dance.”

International Day of Dance 2023Why did you start dancing and how does it make you feel?“I dance for fun and it makes me feel good.”How do you like dancing with Special Olympics?“I like it and it is fun to have fun together with others."

International Day of Dance 2023Why did you start dancing and how does it make you feel?“Dancing makes me calm.”How do you like dancing with Special Olympics?“I enjoy it and it’s good when celebrating.”

International Day of Dance 2023Why did you start dancing and how does it make you feel?“It’s relaxing and enjoyable. When I think about dancing, I feel happy.”How do you like dancing with Special Olympics?“I love dancing with Special Olympics and the experience has been awesome.”

International Day of Dance 2023Why did you start dancing and how does it make you feel?"I started dancing five years ago. I always liked hip-hop dance style. I am the fan of the Move dance studio. When we had the opportunity to do it at school, I started doing it with pleasure. Also I started dancing outside of school."How do you like dancing with Special Olympics?"It unites people for great communication with each other. Each competition is not only a desire to perform better. It is a desire to see how others dance."

International Day of Dance 2023Why did you start dancing and how does it make you feel?“Because I love it and It makes me very, very happy.”How do you like dancing with Special Olympics?“I love it when I do it!”

International Day of Dance 2023Why did you start dancing and how does it make you feel?“I started when I was very little, but when I turned 10, I’ve prioritized it and have been doing it with more dedication. HAPPY! I feel so confident when I do it, or when I try to make others dance too!”How do you like dancing with Special Olympics?“A lot! And felt very supported!”

International Day of Dance 2023Why did you start dancing and how does it make you feel?“I dance because, since I was a child, my family always had music on and they taught me to dance. It makes me feel very happy.”How do you like dancing with Special Olympics?“I love it! I’ve had two opportunities and they were fantastic!”

International Day of Dance 2023Why did you start dancing and how does it make you feel?“I’m always dancing, even to music from ads and jingles. I feel like I’m in “my thing,” doing what I enjoy!”How do you like dancing with Special Olympics?“It’s always a great pleasure.”

International Day of Dance 2023Why did you start dancing and how does it make you feel?“I like dancing and I like participating in anything that lets me show other people my skills. It makes me feel happy. I have fun and enjoy doing it!”How do you like dancing with Special Olympics?“I love dancing with Special Olympics because I have the opportunity to compete.”