This program will be facilitated by Promise Communities across the nation during the February 9th through the 13th.  This initiative champions members of Sandy Hook Promise Communities to address the issue of social isolation and the social and emotional development of today's youth within their communities.  How you may become involved:
 
 
 
 
Whereas, Social Isolation is an individuals’ perceived or real separation by a group or peers and involves feelings of being left out, lonely and treated like you are invisible; and
 
Whereas, Social isolation is a growing epidemic in the United States, particularly among middle school students; and
 
Whereas, in every school and in every community, there are children who feel like they have no friends and quietly suffer through each day – especially at lunchtime and other moments where friends gather together; and 
 
Whereas, young people who are isolated can become victims of bullying, violence or depression, and as a result, many further pull away from society, struggle with learning and social development or choose to hurt themselves or others; and
 
Whereas, Sandy Hook Promise, a national, non-profit organization led by family members whose loved ones were killed in the tragic mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School on December 14, 2012 supports sensible solutions that protect children and prevent gun violence by bringing individuals and communities together, to look out for and care for one another; and
 
Whereas, one of Sandy Hook Promise’s core programs is a partnership with Beyond Differences, a nonprofit whose mission is to change the culture of middle schools through student leadership so that everyone feels included, valued, and accepted by their peers; and
 
Whereas, Beyond Differences’ signature program, No One Eats Alone (NOEA) is a special event run by the students themselves to ensure no one eats alone, a simple, yet incredibly powerful act of kindness and community building; and
 
Whereas, through NOEA, students will see a positive change for everyone on campus, fostering an inclusive, compassionate environment for our students.
 
Therefore, I, {Mayor Name}, Mayor of the City of {City Name}, do recognize and commemorate the importance of this program and herby proclaim {Date} to be
 
No One Eats Alone Day
In the City of {City Name} and encourage all our citizens to recognize this program’s significance.
 
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