""It's been very successful," said Hockley, whose son Dylan was among the 20 first graders and six educators who died at Sandy Hook in Newtown, Connecticut, on Dec. 14, 2012. "Having had direct experience of both of my children being in a school shooting and my youngest one dying, I feel very compelled to honor that legacy by doing all that I can to prevent future acts of violence and school shootings.""
"Trainers with Sandy Hook Promise, a nonprofit founded in early 2013 by Hockley and other relatives of the Newtown victims, have traveled to all 50 states to show students how to spot signs of potential violence or self-harm - which can include threats on social media, an obsession with weapons or behavioral changes - as well as the importance of speaking up before something bad happens."
The 'Say Something' program, initiated by Sandy Hook Promise, educates students on recognizing warning signs of violence and self-harm. Since its inception, it has reached thousands of students across all 50 states, resulting in nearly 395,000 tips submitted. These tips have addressed various issues, including threats of school shootings and bullying. Nicole Hockley, a co-founder, emphasizes the program's success and her commitment to preventing future tragedies following the loss of her son in the Sandy Hook shooting.
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