Tyler Clementi Foundation Upstanders

Now as the new school year has begun the Tyler Clementi Foundation that stands against bullying has announced 2 powerful fundraising events first in Washington DC on September 17th & the second taking place in NYC on October 23rd. The DC event will honor Reggie Greer with the Upstander Award for his tremendous work as a global LGBTQ advocate to be presented by Bishop Gene Robinson. Jane Clementi, Tyler Clementi Foundation Co-Founder & CEO will share the Foundation’s vision & work to end online & offline bullying & empower people to become Upstanders in their schools, workplaces & communities. This special gathering brings together local leaders, advocates & supporters for an inspiring evening to uplift kindness, compassion & inclusion. The event will also feature an exclusive auction with unique experiences & items you won’t want to miss it. Then on October 23rd the 11th Annual Upstander Legacy Celebration takes place in NYC. The Upstander Legacy Celebration is the Tyler Clementi Foundation’s largest signature fundraising event presenting a powerful evening that brings together champions on inclusion, LGBTQ allies & advocates committed to ending bullying in all its forms. This year actor & activist Wilson Cruz will be honored who embodies what it means to be an Upstander through his courageous voice & unwavering advocacy. Actor Robin de Jesús will be presenting the honor to Cruz. The Tyler Clementi Foundation was founded by the Clementi family to prevent bullying through inclusion & the assertion of dignity & acceptance as a way to honor the memory of Tyler Clementi a son, a brother & a friend.

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