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Anthony Paul Kennedy Shriver (born July 20, 1965) is an American activist for people with intellectual disabilities. In 1989, he founded Best Buddies International, an international organization that helps people with intellectual disabilities to find employment and social opportunities.
Learn about Anthony Kennedy Shriver, the visionary leader who created Best Buddies in 1989 to promote friendship and inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Discover his background, achievements, and personal life as a father of five and a Miami Beach resident.
Founded in 1989 by Anthony Kennedy Shriver, Best Buddies is an international organization that has grown from one original chapter to more than 1,500 college, high school and middle school campuses across the United States and internationally.
Founded in 1989 by Anthony K. Shriver, Best Buddies is a vibrant organization that has grown from one original chapter to nearly 3,000 chapters worldwide, positively impacting the lives of over 1.3 million people with and without IDD.
In Psych Hub's interview with Anthony Shriver, we cover the importance of creating a culture of giving back, where people feel connected to a bigger purpose. Anthony will share the work ...
May 24, 2024 · On May 21, Anthony K. Shriver, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Best Buddies International, appeared on NBC’s Today Show in New York City for an exclusive interview with Best Buddies Global Ambassador and Today Show host Savannah Guthrie.
Best Buddies was founded in 1989 by Anthony Shriver as a volunteer movement to create one-to-one friendships to develop leadership and employment opportunities for people with disabilities. The organization impacts more than 700,000 people with intellectual disabilities.
