NuLine Foundation Presents
Bullying is a nationwide epidemic. Together, we can help kids feel seen, supported, and safe.
Bullying affects millions of kids across the country. Over 3.2 million students report being victims of bullying each year. That means almost every child in school knows someone who has been bullied — or has been the bully themselves.
Dr. Najjar and the team at NuLine Orthodontics created the EmBraces program through the NuLine Foundation to shine a light on bullying in our communities and to embrace those around us who need extra support.
EmBraces gives families, teachers, and friends the opportunity to share a student’s story and nominate them for a chance to receive FREE orthodontic treatment at NuLine Orthodontics.
This means that almost every kid in school knows someone who has been bullied or is even the bully themselves. Dr. Najjar and his team at NuLine Orthodontics want you to help everyone see why it’s important to embrace those around you, lift them up, and remind them that they are not alone.
Ending bullying starts with awareness — and with people who care enough to take action. The EmBraces program was created to give students who have been impacted by bullying a moment to feel seen, supported, and celebrated. Your nomination helps shine a light on their courage and reminds them that what they’ve been through matters.
Whether the bullying was verbal, physical, emotional, or online, many students carry those experiences silently. EmBraces provides an opportunity for families, teachers, and community members to lift a child up and offer something life-changing: the chance at a healthier smile, greater confidence, and a fresh start.
Each nomination helps build a culture of empathy and awareness. Even if a child is not selected, the simple act of nominating them can spark healing, start conversations, and remind that student that someone believes in them.
A healthier smile can transform more than appearances — it can change how a child feels about themselves as they return to school, interact with peers, and step into new opportunities with confidence.
If you know a student who has been affected by bullying, we encourage you to speak up, support them, and consider submitting a nomination through EmBraces.
Every smile deserves to feel safe — in the classroom, on the playground, and everywhere in between.