Meet Tal Anderson, the young actor, filmmaker and disabilities advocate shining a spotlight on her fellow storytellers and highlighting the contributions of people with autism.
Presenting Sponsors are WSVN Channel 7, Celebrity Cruises and Gilda Miami, Florida, Feb. 20, 2018— Best Buddies International, a groundbreaking nonprofit founded in 1989 by Anthony K. Shriver to establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is excited to announce the Best Buddies Friendship Walk: South Florida on Saturday, March 17 at Museum Park in Downtown Miami.
Actress Jamie Brewer, who was cast in four seasons of the Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning series American Horror Story, will be in attendance during the fest. Her recent movie Turnover, which won the Audience Choice award and Best Feature Film for Family at the Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema in March, will kick off the event on May 3.
The disability rights movement has made significant strides over the past decades, fighting against discrimination to advance equal access and inclusion. An ongoing challenge, however, remains expanding competitive integrated employment...
Boston, June 11, 2024 – This year, the 25th Anniversary Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port brought together over 1,000 participants in a spectacular cycling, running, and walking fundraiser. Presented by Jersey Mike’s Subs, Shaw’s and Star Market Foundation, and The TJX Companies, Inc. .The event spanned from Boston to Hyannis Port, raising over $4 million for Best Buddies International.
Miracle® Recreation and Best Buddies International announce a groundbreaking partnership to create inclusive playgrounds and Buddy Benches, setting a new standard for accessibility. Developed through Agency Shmagency, this initiative aims to provide inclusive and accessible equipment for people of all ages and abilities.