it was well-received. They loved
talking to me and asked questions. It opened their eyes.”
Not only does Ford’s speaking engagements enlighten children about the harm in being a
bully, but her experience has inspired those who are frequently
the victims of bullies. One of the
most rewarding experiences for
Ford was when a 13-year-old girl
stricken with Alopecia, a disease
that results in hair loss, sought
her out after the presentation.
“When she wears a wig, kids
make fun of her. When she doesn’t
wear the wig, kids make fun of
her. She told me that my words
empowered her and my speaking
with her helped her realize she is
not her disease. And that she was
not going to wear a wig
after that.”
Ford at home
with her dog,
Dominik.