ACCOUNTABILITY IN LEADERSHIP
After our son Antonio passed, following a “dirty rush” event he attended at Phi Kappa Psi fraternity at Cornell University, we were not only devastated by the excruciating pain of his loss, but also by the lack of accountability from those involved.
The secrecy and the lack of accountability that surround hazing are the main reasons why it is still prevalent on our college campuses today. Sadly, according to research from the University of Maine, 55 percent of college students who participate in clubs, teams and organizations experience hazing, yet only 5% report that they have been hazed.
When student leaders and organizations know that they will be held accountable, they are less likely to engage in harmful behaviors. In turn, new and existing members feel empowered to report inappropriate and harmful behaviors because they know that action will be taken. For these reasons, we must encourage the new generation of leaders to end silence and practice accountability.
Accountability is one of the pillars of our CLEARING model for compassionate leadership. To be accountable means taking responsibility for our actions even, or perhaps especially, when the outcome of our choices is negative. Only then can we find solutions to correct our conduct and avoid repetition of damaging behaviors and situations.
Accountability fosters a culture of trust, safety and respect that is essential for students to grow and thrive. It also positively impacts the organizations, creates the basis for true bonding and improves team performance.
Act today to embrace accountability:
Support accountability through national hazing prevention efforts. Contact your Senators using this quick form https://stophazing.org/policy/action and urge them to vote YES on S. 2901/STOP CAMPUS HAZING ACT (SCHA) for campus safety.
Learn the process for reporting inappropriate behavior and situations at your school and pledge to hold schools, teams and clubs accountable for hazing practices.
Work towards making personal accountability part of your own mindset. Recognize your own mistakes, reflect and learn from them.
Become an ATLF high school, college, parent or administrative ambassador to learn compassionate leadership skills and become an advocate in hazing prevention.
Honor Antonio by taking action to prevent hazing today
October 24, 2024, marks the fifth-year anniversary of Antonio's passing. The Antonio Tsialas Leadership Foundation was born out of tragedy but has evolved to reflect Antonio’s compassionate being, and supportive nature. We honor Antonio’s life and legacy by inspiring young adults and families to practice compassionate leadership to prevent hazing. In Antonio’s memory, we urge you to take action today.
Start a conversation about hazing and compassion
Become an ATLF Ambassador
Urge your Senators to vote YES on S.2901/Stop Campus Hazing Act.
Support our efforts by donating to ATLF to fund education, outreach and scholarship programs.
Visit AntonioTsialasFoundation.org to learn more.
Thank you for leading with love and compassion!
The Stop Campus Hazing Act/H.R. 5646 passed
We are celebrating! The Stop Campus Hazing Act – H.R. 5646 unanimously passed the House of Representatives on September 24, 2024, and is now moving to the Senate for consideration. Thank you to all the representatives, organizations and families working together to make this happen. Let’s keep the momentum strong and ensure it reaches the Senate and President Biden for signing! Click the Take Action link below to pledge your support of the SCHA/S. 2901
Thank you for your continued support and advocacy!
ATLF Ambassadors' Corner
As an ambassador, I have received guidance on being a compassionate leader by spreading hazing awareness and learning how to prevent it. This knowledge and practice have made me a better friend and empowered me to build healthier relationships with the people I meet and will serve when I go to college. Our community needs compassionate leaders now more than ever!
Lucas Russ - ATLF Ambassador
Ambassador Publishes Hazing
Prevention Op-Ed
Click link https://thehoya.com/opinion/highlight-the-danger-in-hazing/ to read a personal piece on hazing and prevention by Antonio’s sister and one of our ambassadors Athena Tsialas.
Preventing Hazing by CLEARING the way for Compassionate Leadership at G. W. Carver Middle School
Thank you to Ms. Navarra and Ms. Artime for inviting us to present to students at GW Carver Middle School! ATLF ambassador Christopher Tsialas shared the risks of hazing and presented compassionate leadership as a solution. The kids’ engagement and terrific questions were inspiring! Leading together with love and compassion.
Join Us Tomorrow:
ATLF HAZING PREVENTION ROUND TABLE
Click Link Below to Reserve your Spot Now.
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