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October is National Bullying Prevention Month*
A month-long campaign to unite everyone to take on bullying. Every October, join the thousands of students, teachers, parents, and community members around the nation, and even the world, taking action. Plus, celebrate Unity Day, held the 3rd Wednesday, by wearing and sharing the color orange.
*Founded in 2006 by PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center.
Animated NBPM Video Created by a Teen
In this animated video created by Medha, a teen from Virginia, learn more about the month, how it got started, and ways to get involved.
5 Ways to Celebrate NBPM | PACERTalks About Bullying: Season 2, Episode 5
October is National Bullying Prevention Month! Initiated by PACER in 2006, this is a great time for schools, organizations and individuals to raise awareness about bullying and the role we all play in making a difference. In this episode of PACERTalks About Bullying, you’ll learn 5 ideas on how to celebrate National Bullying Prevention Month in your community.
Unity Day: Wear and Share Orange!
UNITED for kindness, acceptance and inclusion.
The signature event of National Bullying Prevention Month is held the 3rd or 4th Wednesday of October. The call to action is simple—wear and share the color ORANGE.
- Read the history on Wikipedia, Unity Day sponsored by PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center since 2011
- Order the Unity Day T-Shirt, plus learn about the shirt’s history.
- Visit the Facebook album for highlights from Unity Day 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, and 2017
- Watch the Unity Day videos below
Animated “Unity Day” Video Created by a Teen
An animated video created by Medha, a teen from Virgina, describing Unity Day from a student perspective.
Unity Day: Ways to Get Involved