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"Not Acceptable" PSA

"Not Acceptable" is a powerful and compelling 30 second television PSA which gives voice to a variety of diverse communities each of whom expresses that it is not acceptable to call them by what were once common words, but are now recognized as offensive slurs. It culminates in actress and self-advocate Lauren Potter from "Glee" stating that it is not acceptable to use the word 'retard' and she and "Glee" co-star Jane Lynch make a call to action to stop using the word and to promote the acceptance and inclusion of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and to make their pledge online at www.r-word.org.

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03.07.12 Events

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The Art of Respect

April 17, 2012 04:00 p.m. - 06:00 p.m.
The Art of Respect  reception recognizes the talents of Louisiana citizens who live with intellectual, developmental and/or physical disabilities. It will showcase artwork showing acceptance, inclusion, friendship, unity and respect. 
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Spread the Word Concert

April 23, 2012 06:00 p.m. - 08:30 p.m.
Duquesne University's Best Buddies Chapter hosts its' annual concert to raise awareness for Spread the Word. We showcase our buddies, Duquesne talent, and special guest, Brittany Maier.
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R-word is supported by Special Olympics and Best Buddies and over 200 other organizations from around the world.