Join the AAO’s anti-bullying campaign, Bullying Bites, and inspire young people to help end bullying. This October, for the seventh year, the AAO will observe National Bullying Prevention Month. Be part of the solution!

Bring theBullying Bites Campaign to Your Practice and Community 
To make it easy for you and your team to join the Bullying Bites campaign, the AAO provides creative, easy-to-use resources.

WHAT TO DO:  Spread the message on social media and display stickers, posters, and flyers in your office. Please be sure to tag AAO and include #bullyingbites to share your practice’s National Bullying Prevention Month social posts with the AAO. 
When:  Throughout October 
Downloadable Resources include:  

WHAT TO DO: Go Orange on October 21, 2026, for Unity Day! Order Bullying Bites Shirts for the Team: Place your order and have them drop-shipped directly to your office.

WHAT TO DO:  Sign the pledge. Distribute the printable pledge in your office and encourage everyone to sign. 
When:  Throughout October 
Downloadable Resource:  

WHAT TO DO: Promote kindness with our partner, Kind Lips, which donates 20% of all proceeds to anti-bullying organizations.  

  • When:  Throughout October 
  • Fast Fulfillment: Orders will be fulfilled within 48 hours and include tracking and an invoice. 
  • $1.00 per Tube: Order today. Assorted flavors
  • Help Support Kindness in the Classroom: Every $1 = 1 student for 1 year; help a child in your local community.
  • How to Order: Complete this order form or email [email protected]

WHAT TO DO:  Give Back 
When:  Throughout October 
Select related charities in your community or a national organization. We recommend considering financial support of Stand for the Silent or the AAO Foundation Gifted Smiles Program (which you may also support as a provider volunteer).