COCONUT GROVE, Fla. — This is one young girl’s story of turning an unfortunate set of circumstances into a triumphant journey. As a third grade student in 2017, Victoria Portela experienced social ...

My Buddy Bench Project “Champions of Bullying Prevention” Unveils Symbolic Art Installation at Peacock Park for Coconut Grove 60th Arts Festival, City of Miami, Peacock Park, February 12th, 2024.

On the playground, the fun of recess isn't always so fun. On the playground, the fun of recess isn't always so fun. "Kids pushing each other, saying can't play in games," fourth grader Ryan Gherghel ...

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. — A student is spearheading an anti-bullying initiative in Miami-Dade County. She’s the co-founder of the “My Buddy Bench Project” and is helping to combat bullying one bench ...

Local elementary schools are joining a new international trend to end bullying. Six area schools installed "buddy benches" last week, in an effort led by Stanley Hupfeld Academy. Teachers say the blue ...

EMMET COUNTY, Mich,. (WPBN/WGTU) - - A Pellston family has taken significant steps this year to promote suicide prevention and awareness. After raising approximately $3,400, they donated a suicide ...