Congratulations, Stigma-Free Champion!
By signing this Stigma-Free Pledge, you have just taken a step closer to becoming more aware, understanding and accepting of those who face stigma in their daily lives.
We are very excited that you have decided to impact the world in a positive way and are working toward the goal of becoming stigma-free.
Here is a summary of the Stigma-Free Pledge and do feel free to print a copy for yourself and put it somewhere visible to encourage you to live stigma-free every day.
You Pledged To:
- Learn about stigma and how it affects others.
- Have open conversations about stigma, particularly mental health stigma.
- Spread the word and tell at least one person about the Stigma-Free Tool and encourage others to assess their own perceptions of stigma.
- Respect and include all people regardless of their mental health, physical or developmental disabilities, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, etc.
- Stand up for people who are bullied.
- Avoid using language that can degrade someone’s sense of worth.
- Reflect on my responses to daily situations and ‘check’ my attitude where I may initially judge someone who faces stigma
Thank you for believing that it is essential that we create AWARENESS of the stigmas that exist in society to help everyone develop an UNDERSTANDING of the challenges that numerous people face in their lives. Let’s work together to foster ACCEPTANCE of ourselves and others.
If you checked the email box when you took the pledge, we will send you some encouragement in your inbox!
Thank you for your time and congratulations again!
