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!”
For Marya Ketchell, inclusion starts by showing up with her son Wyatt, who has Down Syndrome.
1 Min Read
In March of 2009, Tim and co-founder Soeren Palumbo, created this annual day of awareness that continues to be led by passionate young people, Special Olympics athletes and Best Buddies participants across the world.
5 Min Read
Great video public service announcement about ending the R-word from the Champaign-Urbana Autism Network.
This is a video created by Noah Gray from Miami, Florida to raise awareness about the hurtfulness of using the word 'retard.'