Bullying and Individuals with Special Needs


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Bullying is a national issue that impacts 60% of individuals with disabilities. Awareness, education, and action are needed for these statistics to change.

Professionals, family members, and individuals with disabilities need anti-bullying strategies to avoid or respond to bullying situations. Bystanders can stop 50% of bullying, if they are aware, educated and take action. They can become "upstanders" instead of bystanders.

OCALI has gathered resources to increase awareness, to provide education and to promote taking action! Peruse the webcasts, websites, program resources, and books on this site. Learn about supports for individuals with disabilities, their families, their peers, and those who support them.

For further information please contact Wendy Szakacs, OCALI Regional Consultant at 614.410.0997 or wendy_szakacs@ocali.org.