National Day of Silence 2010

The National Day of Silence takes place on April 16 this year. For those of you who don't know, the DOS takes place every year to prevent bullying in schools. Every year thousands of students all around the country do not speak for an entire day to help prevent anti-LGBT (Lesbian, Gay,Bisexual,Transgender,Questioning) attitudes which are directed at the actual group and people perceived to be in it. It was created roughly 13 years ago in Virgina to bring attention the the harassment going on in schools.
A silent protest can be a peaceful way to bring urgent attention to an important issue. Silence as a method of organizing is much different than silence that is coerced or forced through oppressive bullying, harassment and intimidation. A silent protest is active, rather than passive, and causes people to pay attention. Silent demonstrations can:

•Bring attention to an issue and encourage reflection on the issue;
•Simulate the how others are silenced;
•Focus the attention on the issue or cause and not the protestor;
•Demonstrate that the demonstrators desire peaceful resolution;
•Spark discussion and dialogue.
Through your active silence on the Day of Silence you will send a message that bullying and harassment

I personally am not talking in suppourt of the community,just think so many people are used to hearing my voice what kind of message can i send silently.I ask those of you not particpating with me to respect the desicion of others on this day.
Thank you,
Brandon M. Redmond