1 in 4 Canadian kids have experienced lunchbox shaming.
Sistema believes all kids should feel comfortable enjoying the foods they love at home in the school environment without fear of embarrassment or bullying. That’s why this back–to–school season, we’re encouraging parents and educators to talk to kids about lunch shaming and learn how to spot it.
Lunch shaming happens when a child is made to feel ashamed about the foods they bring to school. Often, these lunches reflect a family’s culture, traditions or socio–economic status, which makes it even more hurtful.
On September 19, Sistema is standing up to lunch shaming!
Join us for Love Your Lunch Day.
Together, we can create a more positive and inclusive lunchroom environment. Here’s how:
Share the video with #LoveYourLunchDay
Talk to your kids or students about being more open to different types of foods and how lunch shaming can make others feel
Download our resources to learn more and start a conversation with your kids or in the classroom
Encourage kids to bring their favourite foods to school and host a ‘show and share’ with classmates to tell the stories behind them
Sign up for a reminder to be part of Love Your Lunch Day, September 19th
Back to school can can be tough, lunch shouldn’t be.
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LET’S HELP ALL KIDS FEEL CONFIDENT EATING THE FOODS THEY LOVE AT SCHOOL.
Nearly half of students who experienced lunch shaming asked their parents to change their lunch. Sistema wants all kids to have the confidence to eat the foods they love at home, at school without fear of shame and bullying.
September 19, 2024 has been designated Love Your Lunch Day!
Join us by clicking participate and committing to helping create a more inclusive school environment where all types of lunches are accepted and enjoyed.
TALK TO YOUR KIDS ABOUT LUNCH INCLUSIVITY
RESOURCES FOR PARENTS
Conversation starters and activities to help you talk to your kids.
RESOURCES FOR EDUCATORS
Tips to help Teachers and Lunchroom Monitors identify lunchtime bullying and activities to promote greater food acceptance and inclusivity.
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ABOUT SISTEMA
Sistema® designs innovative, high–quality, durable, functional and versatile food storage containers and lunch boxes, microwave products and home organization solutions. So, whether you need a colourful and practical lunch box for back to school, or you’re looking for a clever meal prep container, Sistema® has a solution that will inspire you. Every container is made using high–quality, food safe and BPA free materials that you can trust.
ABOUT RAINBOW PLATE
Rainbow Plate is a social enterprise that creates food literacy resources and workshops for teachers and parents. Founded by Janet Nezon, MHSC, a specialist in Nutritional Science and Health Promotion, Rainbow Plate has reached more than 20,000 children and adults across Canada and the world.