be a STAR
For more information, please visit www.beaSTARalliance.org.
"be a STAR" is a multi-platform, global anti-bullying alliance that launched in April 2011 in conjunction with the National Education Association Health Information Network (NEA HIN), GLAAD, True Educator Inc., Ad Council, Island Def Jam Music Group, Stomp Out Bullying and others.
The mission of "be a STAR" (which stands for 'Show Tolerance And Respect') is to ensure a positive and equitable social environment for everyone regardless of age, race, religion or sexual orientation through grassroots efforts beginning with education and awareness. "be a STAR" promotes positive methods of social interaction and encourage people to treat others as equals and with respect because everyone is a star in their own right.
For its first initiative, the alliance unveiled a free anti-bullying curriculum created by NEA HIN that debuted in April 2011. The teacher's aide aligns with national education standards to complement curriculums, and consists of nine lesson plans that teachers can access at www.beaSTARalliance.org.
The alliance recently debuted "be a STAR" Toolkits which became available on August 11 to help children start their own "be a STAR" chapters. The free kit includes a guide on how to start the chapter, suggested activities, resources, a poster and many other useful tools to combat bullying. In addition, WWE Superstars and Divas will visit schools around the world in an ongoing effort to promote tolerance and respect.