More than 3.2 million students identify as victims of bullying each year, and bullying is linked to truancy, anxiety, substance abuse and suicide. Clear,early leadership on bullying can reduce a host of negative educational, professional and psychological outcomes. #Day1 is an innovative, research-based intervention program, based on the principle that prevention is better than remediation. #Day1 is not just about awareness; it’s about taking action.
Through #Day1, TCF renews its vigor in urging students, educators, youth-serving professionals, sports teams, social institutions (such as fraternities and sororities), workplaces and other groups to prevent bullying, harassment and humiliation by completing the Upstander Pledge. This pledge is a commitment to taking a personal stand to intervene or report cruelty whenever and wherever it is witnessed.
“We are proud to launch #Day1, kicking off another chapter in our ongoing and tireless efforts to prevent other young adults and their families from suffering the tragedy that befell our family,” said Jane Clementi. “Turning bystanders into Upstanders will reassure youth suffering in silence that they are not alone. Instead of waiting for a law to pass or the perfect curriculum, we want to provide this tool to empower teachers, bosses and coaches to take action now.”
