There are small ways and big ways we can all make a difference in the lives of the very abled but “different” individuals among us, from spreading awareness to volunteering at events to hiring a mentally or physically different individual. This page is devoted to listing the real life Watchers—those who work to protect, serve and assist. If you are a Watcher, send me a message about how you help, and I will list you here.
THOSE WHO EDUCATE AND EMPOWER OUR YOUTH TO TAKE ACTION:
THOSE WHO AID, ASSIST AND EMPOWER THE DIFFERENT AMONG US:
Special Olympics Southern California (there are other branches)
National Organization on Disability (NOD)
NCAA (partners with Special Olympics to encourage Division-III student athletes to participate in Special Olympi events)
English Federation of Disability Sport (United Kingdom)
Paralympic Games (Paralympic Movement)
Athletics for All: Adapted Sports for Students
THOSE WHO HIRE AND THEREBY EMPOWER THE DIFFERENT AMONG US:
There are too many to name. I applaud you, each one. Here are some ways to initiate inclusion and diversity in your company:
NOD Program Design and Planning and Disability Employment Hiring
