How to Step UP!

Through a Research-Informed Framework and Proven Strategies, Everyone Can Step UP!

Courage is the first of human qualities because it is the quality which guarantees all others.
Winston Churchill

Everyone encounters moments where they wonder, Should I say something? Should I do something? Knowing how to help matters.

Stepping up is about recognizing those moments and responding in ways that are thoughtful, informed, and effective. Here you’ll learn practical strategies for intervening across a range of situations—while honoring individual differences, relationships, and context. Small actions, taken intentionally, can create meaningful change.

To learn more about how to Step UP!, visit the following resources, then contact us to schedule training customized for your needs:

The Step UP! Framework

The Step UP! Framework

A research-informed framework that guides how people recognize possible problems, interpret what is happening around them, and choose appropriate and thoughtful action.
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Additional Strategies for Effective Helping

From strategies for helping in an emergency, to dealing with high emotion, to intervention in group dynamics and more, there are a number of strategies for effective helping built around the Step UP! Framework.
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Customized Training That Fits Your Community

Take the next step to customize Step UP! training for your audience: