Free anti-bullying, peace- building curriculum available for schools, families OKC journalist, Thunder hype guy and new dad Malcolm Tubbs shares his passion for OKC-based nonprofit Heroes In Waiting, which provides free anti-bullying curriculum to schools, youth programs and families. The program teaches students to care for their mental health and that of fellow students. Tubbs also shares how a powerful mentor relationship that began while he was in high school has made a forever difference in his life — and inspires him to be a positive influence in students’ lives through Heroes In Waiting.
Improving support for children with disabilities
Raising anti-racist kids Frequent MetroFamily contributor, author and director of diversity, equity and inclusion for Tulsa Technology Center Dr. Tamecca Rogers shares what’s changed for the better in our state regarding racial equity over the past three years, her biggest concerns regarding ongoing inequities and how parents can continue to be agents of positive change. Lisa Kelley, with the nonprofit organization Arc of Oklahoma, and Rep. Ellyn Hefner, with Oklahoma’s District 87, discuss the challenges facing parents who have children with disabilities in Oklahoma and how the community can help. They share their own journeys as mothers seeking support for their children with disabilities, how the state is making progress and their vision for additional resources and support for parent caregivers.
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