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DazzlinDino · 10-30-2021, 10:59 AM

I think there is a bigger picture, while denial into HHOF may be considered a form of punishment; I think the changes that are implemented are more important. It is important that the NHL recognizes that there needs to be a culture change at every level throughout the NHL and to implement ways to ensure there are safe environments for the players. Education is the key, I hope that the NHL will bring in keynote speakers and skilled advocates; Even those considered victims themselves. This is so that people can learn firsthand the impact that short and long-term forms of bullying have on an individual. Bullying hurts and has no place in society, especially in environments such as the NHL which should be setting the standard.

Many, many years ago a person with a disability used to be called handicapped, or disabled, these terms were very deeply hurtful stereotypes, that took away the value of each individual. To create change, people with experience, "especially those with special needs", had to get out in the community, into schools and businesses to share first-hand testimonies that helped shape the culture and attitudes of the general population. These were people often ignored, undervalued, and underappreciated and still, they stepped up despite a long uneven road with many disadvantages.

Much of this change in the '80s and '90s was funded and supported through city and government-backed programs, I know because I was one of the speakers who traveled to schools through the city and institutions throughout Western Canada for several years. I witnessed first-hand how education impacted the community and received countless letters from people whose attitudes changed.

The NHL needs to get its head out of the sand and start bringing people together, people who specialize in creating safe environments and protocols. They have the money and means to take steps to avoid potential situations like the one that happened to Kyle Beach. The key is education, every player should sit and listen to the speakers, and videos so they become equipped to be a better example.

Punishment may seem impactful but more important is education, because groupthink is still very prevalent.

10-30-2021, 10:59 AM	#15
DazzlinDino Franchise Player Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Grew up in Calgary now living in USA Exp:	I think there is a bigger picture, while denial into HHOF may be considered a form of punishment; I think the changes that are implemented are more important. It is important that the NHL recognizes that there needs to be a culture change at every level throughout the NHL and to implement ways to ensure there are safe environments for the players. Education is the key, I hope that the NHL will bring in keynote speakers and skilled advocates; Even those considered victims themselves. This is so that people can learn firsthand the impact that short and long-term forms of bullying have on an individual. Bullying hurts and has no place in society, especially in environments such as the NHL which should be setting the standard. Many, many years ago a person with a disability used to be called handicapped, or disabled, these terms were very deeply hurtful stereotypes, that took away the value of each individual. To create change, people with experience, "especially those with special needs", had to get out in the community, into schools and businesses to share first-hand testimonies that helped shape the culture and attitudes of the general population. These were people often ignored, undervalued, and underappreciated and still, they stepped up despite a long uneven road with many disadvantages. Much of this change in the '80s and '90s was funded and supported through city and government-backed programs, I know because I was one of the speakers who traveled to schools through the city and institutions throughout Western Canada for several years. I witnessed first-hand how education impacted the community and received countless letters from people whose attitudes changed. The NHL needs to get its head out of the sand and start bringing people together, people who specialize in creating safe environments and protocols. They have the money and means to take steps to avoid potential situations like the one that happened to Kyle Beach. The key is education, every player should sit and listen to the speakers, and videos so they become equipped to be a better example. Punishment may seem impactful but more important is education, because groupthink is still very prevalent. Last edited by DazzlinDino; 10-30-2021 at 11:05 AM.