Spread the Word to End the Word

The words "retard" or "retarded" hurt millions of people with intellectual disabilities, their families and friends. Across the United States and around the globe, people have joined a campaign to stop the hurtful and disparaging use of the word "retard" and pledge to stop using it.

Learn more about the damaging impact of the r-word by watching this video featuring Special Olympics Virginia advocates and three powerful skits created by drama students at Massaponax High School in Spotsylvania County.

Also, sign the r-word pledge by going to www.specialolympicsva.org/rword.

"I pledge that I will not use the words "retard" or "retarded" to mean "stupid." I understand this word is hurtful to kind, productive, inspirational people. I pledge to take responsibility for the power words have on others -- because we all have the power to open hearts and change minds."

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Nonprofits & Activism

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• Special Olympics
• Virginia
• R-Word