Join us and help end the R-word
Spread the Word to End the Word is an ongoing effort by Special Olympics, Best Buddies International and our supporters to raise the consciousness of society about the dehumanizing and hurtful effects of the word “retard(ed)” and encourage people to pledge to stop using the R-word.  

The campaign, created by youth, is intended to engage schools organizations and communities to rally and pledge their support at www.r-word.org  with a goal of reaching 100,000 pledges.

Help Spread the Word
Watch John C. McGinley’s message on the importance of valuing people with intellectual disabilities. Share it with your friends.  Watch now.

End the Word Gear

Help Spread the Word to End the R-word year round with t-shirts, posters, buttons, stickers and more!  Get the Gear.