How a Unified pair overcame the R-Word. Meet Special Olympics Michigan Unified Partners, Ajene Robinson and Delaney Seltzer. The two have been spreading a message of Inclusion since high school, letting their voices grow louder instead of silent when disrespected by their peers during a presentation on hurtful language geared toward those with intellectual disabilities.

Spread the Word: Inclusion

Take the pledge to promote respect and inclusion, ending the use of the R-word.

https://www.spreadtheword.global/

Special Olympics Michigan Youth Activation Committee

https://www.somi.org/news/youth-leadership-yac

Inclusive youth leadership is when young people of all abilities are given opportunities to be leaders in their schools and communities. These leadership activities help students find their voices and teach them to become change agents in their communities by promoting equity and acceptance. Social inclusion is best fostered when activities within the classroom, school, and community are designed and implemented by a diverse group of students within a school.