How can the Clementi family's story make a positive impact at your school, campus or workplace?
Using the power of story and personal tragedy, Jane Clementi and foundation staff speak around the country to move people to action. The series helps the foundation engage with the public and the media to pro-actively educate more people about the harms of bullying and opportunities for relationship-building.
The Upstander Speaker Series offers personal perspectives to the conversation about bullying and cyberbullying, human rights, families touched by suicide, or bigotry. We speak at colleges, schools, and businesses and conferences nationwide, where we share Tyler’s story and our work to inspire people of all ages and backgrounds to be Upstanders in the face of bullying. We use a carefully designed and consistent presentation so that audiences around the country can expect the same, high-quality presentation. But, we are also able to customize presentations to a particular institution, profession, geographical area, or issue area. Virtual presentations are also available.
The Tyler Clementi Foundation has a powerful narrative about the consequences of bullying, harassment and humiliation, especially in regards to intolerance. We focus on:
- tips for preventing bullying before it happens
- building safe and inclusive spaces regardless of difference
- how social media has changed bullying
- tips and tools for how to deal with bullying
Our Speaker
Jane Clementi, Tyler’s Mother
Jane Clementi, Co-Founder and CEO of the Tyler Clementi Foundation, has spoken before the U.S. Congressional HELP Committee, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the National Cathedral, Union College, and numerous other faith communities, colleges and universities, high schools and middle schools, and workplaces. To learn more about Jane, read her bio.
In the Press
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Our Partners
Our Speaking Fee
Fees from public speaking help the foundation fund our work and cover expenses. In addition to the speaking fee, we also ask that institutions cover the cost of travel and lodging if necessary. Our fees are listed below and all are negotiable depending on the situation. 50% required to book and the remaining 50% 1 day before the event.
Corporations: $3,500.
Colleges & Universities: $2,000 if funding comes from the general university.
High Schools & Middle Schools: $1,000 depending on the size of the school/district.
Nonprofits: We are very flexible in working together with other non-profit organizations.