On July 20, 1968, my extraordinary mother, Eunice Kennedy Shriver gave the inaugural charge to the athletes at the first Special Olympics World Games at Soldier Field in Chicago. With these words, inspired by the Romans as they headed into battle, my mother launched a movement. She changed the way we speak to those with intellectual disabilities, the way we treat them, how we include them. At this momentous occasion, she allowed everyone to see themselves as brave, as a warrior. This is advice w

Eunice Kennedy Shriver founded @SpecialOlympics 54 years ago to celebrate all abilities & build an inclusive, welcoming world for all! Celebrate her legacy -- sign the #InclusionRevolution pledge: WeChallengeYou.org/pledge #SOOH | Special Olympics Ohio

Eunice Kennedy Shriver didn’t just found @SpecialOlympics; she founded a movement of courage, leadership, and inclusion. 57 years later, we still carry her words forward. Victory, in every voice. Help celebrate this special anniversary and the end of the Global Week of Inclusion by sharing this post! #2026USAGames #CallingAllChampions | Special Olympics USA Games

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