The video posted here epitomizes the kinds of experiences many of us saw in elementary school. Now, it is of...
Tag: Don’t Laugh at Me
Respect Builds Peace
Last week, Operation Respect had the honor and privilege of introducing our “Don’t Laugh At Me” program in Mexico at...
Operation Respect – Mexico
A New, Exciting Ally in Bullying Prevention What an amazing week we had in Mexico City! Hosted by the Fundacion...
Turning Insensitivity and Vitriol into Goodness of Heart
The context of the work of Operation Respect, dedicated to bringing up and educating children in an environment that is...
Thank you, Melania!
Today, we would like to take a moment to express our gratitude to Melania Trump, for speaking out against bullying,...
Conversations in the Classroom
In my 15th year with Operation Respect and my 50th year as an educator, I’m still thinking and educating and...
No Time for Despair
The temptation to despair over the state of the nation, even the state of the world, is strong. I share...
Face the Future: A Game About the Future of Empathy
Operation Respect appreciates the critical importance of empathy. It is a skill that is taught throughout the Don’t Laugh at...
How are you feeling today?
By Edwin Figueroa, Operation Respect consultant Over the years, I have often found that, when I ask students how are...
Respect for All
Happy Pride Month! We join you in celebration and recognition of equality for all! For 10 years, Operation Respect has...
Please Stop Shaming Students Over Unpaid Lunch Bills
A recent article in the New York Times about cafeteria staff publicly lunch shaming children at school over their parent’s...
Young Artists Unite Against Bullying
More often than not, students say things a whole lot better than we do as adults. That certainly was the...