Spread the Word

To bring this message to even more people, we’re shifting where our content lives. Updates will no longer be posted on this account and will instead be shared through larger platforms to amplify our reach. We are one month from the Day of Activation. @SpecialOlympics @bestbuddies

"𝑻𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒆𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕-𝒍𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒅 𝒅𝒐𝒆𝒔𝒏'𝒕 𝒅𝒆𝒇𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒎𝒆. 𝑰𝒕 𝒅𝒐𝒆𝒔𝒏'𝒕 𝒅𝒆𝒇𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒚𝒐𝒏𝒆." - Abbigale Griswold #WordsMatter. Use them to heal, not harm. Read more: brnw.ch/21wZlCw @BestBuddies @sokansas @SONorthAmerica #ChooseToInclude

It has been one month since the Global Youth Leadership Summit came to a close! 75 youth leaders with and without intellectual disabilities, with adult mentors, came together during @sowg_ to learn, lead, and take action for inclusion. specialolympics.org/stories/news/t…

Make an active effort. You have the power to make an inclusive space. Join @WWEGable, @DMcIntyreWWE, and the @WWE to bring inclusion into your daily life. #ChooseToInclude

𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿. Thank you @HuffPost for highlighting the damage being done by public figures continuing to use the R-word ▶️ brnw.ch/21wRGSc Let's keep fighting outdated, offensive language. See how you can help: brnw.ch/21wRGSb. #ChooseToInclude

The Global Youth Leadership Summit united nearly 100 youth & adult leaders from over 20 Special Olympics Programs to showcase how young people, both with and without intellectual disabilities, are accepting the call to be the next generation of inclusive leaders. #ChoodetoInclude

Today’s the day! Spread the Word Day of Activation is here! Let’s unite to stand up against derogatory language, bullying, and exclusion. Together, we can create a world where everyone belongs. Take the pledge now & make your voice count! brnw.ch/21wR7wB #ChooseToInclude

Tomorrow’s the day! Spread the Word Day of Activation is March 5—a day to stand up against derogatory language, bullying, and exclusion. Are you ready to take the pledge and be part of the change? brnw.ch/21wR5UU #ChooseToInclude

"Together we are stronger." Musa from @SOAsiaPacific's @SO_Pakistan grew up facing bullying, isolation, and doubt. Now, he’s using his voice to remind us all that every act of inclusion matters. brnw.ch/21wR59d #ChooseToInclude

3 days to go! On March 5, join us for Spread the Word Day of Activation & take a stand against derogatory language & bullying. Every voice matters—let’s create a world built on respect & inclusion. Sign the pledge today & be the change! brnw.ch/21wR3Ev #ChooseToInclude

“I am strong. I am smart. I am beautiful.” Don’t offend people with the R-word. Everyone, like Ricardo from @OEamericalatina's @SOMEXICO_, has the right to be respected. Stand up against derogatory language: brnw.ch/21wR3b6 #ChooseToInclude

“I was bullied...hit...teased." HUI Lok-yee from Special Olympics East Asia's Special Olympics Hong Kong shares her story and words of encouragement for all of those being bullied. Stand Up to bullying and take the pledge today: brnw.ch/21wR2Ro #ChooseToInclude

Just 5 days until Spread the Word Day of Activation on March 5! Derogatory language and bullying have no place in an inclusive world. It’s up to all of us to speak up, stand strong, and take action. How will you make a difference? brnw.ch/21wR1af #ChooseToInclude

Have you ever been hurt by a single word? It’s time to stand up to derogatory language and against bullying. Take the pledge alongside @SOMENA68's @uaeso_ brnw.ch/21wR0xo #ChooseToInclude

Our friends @wweGable and @DMcIntyreWWE from @WWE are standing up to bullying and looking to create an inclusive space where kindness and respect are the norm. Join them and take the pledge: brnw.ch/21wR0jQ

“Inclusion starts with us, so #ChooseToInclude.” Lalaina from @SO_Africa's Special Olympics Madagascar shares her experience of inclusion. Take the Pledge to Spread the Word: brnw.ch/21wQZnE

1 WEEK until Spread the Word Day of Activation on March 5! Every action & every voice makes a difference. Get ready to stand up for inclusion, challenge harmful language & create a world where everyone belongs. How will you take action? brnw.ch/21wQYNr #ChooseToInclude

"I represent more than a mere diagnostic: I am a friend, a son, a brother, a classmate." David from @SOEuropeEurasia's Special Olympics Romania has an important message as we approach Spread the Word Day of activation. brnw.ch/21wQX64 #ChoosetoInclude

The R-word is used too often. It’s time to stop. Before using harmful language, remember how it feels to be belittled. Choose kindness. Choose respect. Join Emmy Award Winning Actor @RealSophie_G. Stand up. Speak out. End the R-word: brnw.ch/21wQUZH #ChooseToInclude

Just TWO WEEKS until Spread the Word Day of Activation on March 5! Words have power, let’s use them to build a more inclusive world. Are you ready to make a difference? brnw.ch/21wQNYs #ChooseToInclude