https://www.jointherevolution.org/50-game-changers/jonny-pierce 2020-03-26T10:30:13-04:00 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/FI_DSINIVnA/hqdefault.jpg Jonny Pierce Jonny Pierce is record-breaking swimmer who exemplifies the talent and dedication it takes to be an exceptional competitor. As a Special Olympics Southern California athlete and member of the US National Paralympic swim team, Jonny is changing perceptions about the talent of people with intellectual disabilities around the world. https://www.youtube.com/embed/FI_DSINIVnA?feature=oembed&autoplay=1 50 Game Changers https://www.jointherevolution.org/50-game-changers/karen-and-violet 2020-07-31T11:05:45-04:00 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/PjqHJrW1fCY/hqdefault.jpg Karen and Violet When Karen’s daughter, Violet, was born with an intellectual disability she didn’t know what to expect. Today, Karen is leading the charge to bring inclusive sport and play to children and their families through the Special Olympics Young Athletes program. Follow Karen and Violet as they open a bright new world of possibility for children of all abilities! https://www.youtube.com/embed/PjqHJrW1fCY?feature=oembed&autoplay=1 50 Game Changers https://www.jointherevolution.org/50-game-changers/rodney-hankins-and-sam-perkins 2020-03-04T15:48:27-05:00 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/FDsWLlXzdA0/hqdefault.jpg Rodney Hankins and Sam Perkins Growing up, Sam Perkins and Rodney Hankins developed a close bond playing sports on the streets of Brooklyn, New York, dreaming of becoming world champions. It wasn’t until Sam saw Rodney competing at a Special Olympics event that he realized his friend had an intellectual disability—and his attitude towards people with intellectual disabilities was changed forever. Follow Rodney Hankins, a Special Olympics World Games gold medalist, and Sam Perkins, an Olympic Champion and NBA Legend, Sam Perkins as they share their story of friendship and inclusion. https://www.youtube.com/embed/FDsWLlXzdA0?feature=oembed&autoplay=1 Black History Month 50 Game Changers https://www.jointherevolution.org/50-game-changers/kayla-mckeon 2020-03-04T15:39:49-05:00 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gzcojHH-iv8/hqdefault.jpg Kayla McKeon Kayla McKeon is changing laws and attitudes as the first registered lobbyist with Down syndrome. As the Manager of Grassroots Advocacy with the National Down Syndrome Society, Kayla brings her personal story to the Nation’s Capital. When she’s not changing laws for millions just like her, Kayla is a Special Olympics New York athlete. No matter what you give Kayla, a ball or a bill, she’s going to run with it. And you better watch her because she can run fast! https://www.youtube.com/embed/gzcojHH-iv8?feature=oembed&autoplay=1 Women's History Month 50 Game Changers