New York State Passes Bill to Create Cyberbullying Task Force

I’m thrilled to share that the bill to create a cyberbullying task force passed in the New York State Senate today and Assembly two weeks ago -- both with overwhelming support! Next step . . . the governor's desk! It's a very surreal moment, a blend of elation and other emotions, after several years of … Continue reading New York State Passes Bill to Create Cyberbullying Task Force

Cyberbullying Task Force Bill Passes in New York State Senate

On Tuesday, June 18, 2019, the New York State Senate passed Bill S5786 to create a cyberbullying task force, which was introduced by NYS Senator Todd Kaminsky and co-sponsored by Senators Jen Metzger and Luis Sepulveda. The task force would explore the effects of cyberbullying and potential measures to address it. Senator Kaminsky explained his vote, … Continue reading Cyberbullying Task Force Bill Passes in New York State Senate

ASPCC Webinar Wednesday Interview on Cyberbullying Prevention

Thank you to the American Society for the Positive Care of Children for interviewing me for Webinar Wednesday and discussing steps to stop and prevent cyberbullying, the signs a child may experience cyberbullying, positive parenting tips, and more. The ASPCC helps children and families through positive parenting, advocacy, and education, and I am grateful for … Continue reading ASPCC Webinar Wednesday Interview on Cyberbullying Prevention

Personally Battling Against Cyberbullying

By Tyler Marko, originally published in the Nassau Herald. Making the battle against online harassment, cyberbullying, personal, Valley Stream resident Lisa-Michelle Kucharz, used her own experiences as she spoke to about half a dozen attendees at the workshop hosted by the Marion and Aaron Gural JCC on Oct. 17. Kucharz’s story began with receiving threatening … Continue reading Personally Battling Against Cyberbullying

Taming a Technological Gift — With Cyberbullying on the Rise Gural JCC in Cedarhurst holds Oct. 17 Forum

By Jeffrey Bessen, originally published in the Nassau Herald. A woman who was stalked online and saw her harasser sent to prison will present a cyberbullying and online harassment prevention workshop at the Marion & Aaron Gural JCC in Cedarhurst on Oct. 17. Lisa-Michelle Kucharz, of Valley Stream, who describes herself as a cyberbullying prevention advocate, was … Continue reading Taming a Technological Gift — With Cyberbullying on the Rise Gural JCC in Cedarhurst holds Oct. 17 Forum