The attack on the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh was a tragic reminder of what's at stake. Many of us have been or know someone who has been targeted by hate based on their race, religion, sexual orientation, gender, ability, and/or nationality. But, together, we can take action.  

I'm writing to remind you there is something we can do to stop hate.

Intent on inspiring greater engagement and awareness among their peers about inclusion and diversity, four high school student leaders partnered with local adults to kick off a Not In Our Town pledge campaign at Monument Mountain Regional High School in Berkshire County, MA.

It’s hard not to cry, or feel like you’ve been punched in the gut while watching the ten minutes of horrendous bullying and harassment that Upstate New York grandmother and school bus monitor was subjected to by a group of middle school students. 

Not In Our Town was created by and for people in local communities who are finding new and better ways for everyone to feel accepted and welcome.