I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.

I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.

I have a beautiful 15 year old with Down syndrome. I see her as a wonderful daughter, sister, aunt, niece and friend as I hope she is seen by others. I truly support the ban of the r-word.

I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.

I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.

I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.

My work with a Kiwanis Aktion Club inspired me to "Spread the Word Against the Word." I will not use it, or allow it to be said in my presence without my using the "teachable moment" opportunity to educate the person using it about its harm.

I have a son & daughter with autism. I'm ashamed it has taken this long to realize how hurtful the r-word can be. Now, every time I hear it feels like a stabbing pain in my chest. My children deserve better, we all deserve better, we all can be better.

My little brother has Down Syndrome. I am so proud of his capabilities and educational competence despite his diability. The r-word has never and will never come out of my mouth in a degrating nor derogatory manner towards anyone.

I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.

I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.

It's simple. It's time.

I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.

I pledge to stop using the word, and hopefully to change the word choices of my friends as well. It's a stigmatizing label, and people don't even realize how horrible cruel it is, when they trivialize it and use it in everyday speech. Stop the word!

We are ALL individuals, yet we are all human beings, deserving of respect and dignity...we can learn from each other. Let's abandon the use of labels and learn more about our individuality.

As the sister of individual who was given too much oxygen during a SIDS episode and was left brain-damaged & blind,I am tired of hearing the R-word. It is forbidden in my home and my friends know that it isn't acceptable. I preach that to everyone I know.

Thank you to whomever started this campaign!

Please take the time to educate friends, family, co-workers about how de-humanizing the R-word is. I'm a mother of a beauitful little boy with Down Sydrome, and a professional/advocate for adults with developmental disabilities. Create change!

Every individuals needs to be treated wtih respect. Everyone is special and has their own special talents and abilities.

I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.

I have been a firece advocate of this for some time back in New York. Please spread the word and let's make a difference.

I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.

I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.

I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.

I have a sister with downs syndrome and I have worked with handicapped kids for years.It always KILLS me to hear people say "that's retarded" or "you're a retard".They have no clue what they are saying.It is a punch in the gut to those my sis and the kids

I have worked with developmentally challenged people most of my adult life. While my children were growing up, I wouldn't allow the r-word to be used, even if they were kidding.

I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.

The r word has no place in our children's life. I PLEDGE AND SUPPORT THE ELIMINATION OF THE DEROGATORY USE OF THE R-WORD FROM EVERYDAY SPEECH AND PROMOTE THE ACCEPTANCE AND INCLUSION OF PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES.

I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.

I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.

Thanks Karim for showing me this website.

I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.

I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.

I plege to tell every one that says the r-word i will tell that it is hurting others and to think about what they say before they say it. PS. i hate it when people use the r-word :)

I regret that I've used this word in the past as a child. However, I have been against the use of the R-word for years and years. As a coach, I do not allow the use of this word in practice & teach the girls that it is rude, deragatory, and disrespectful.

I pledge and support the elimination of the derogatory use of the r-word from everyday speech and promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.