With those values as a solid foundation, children will be able to better deal with the evils of the opioid crisis and avoid negative social media interaction.First Lady Melania Trump Visits WyomingFirst Lady Melania Trump Visits Nairobi National ParkFirst Lady Melania Trump Visits Belgium, United Kingdom, and FinlandFirst Lady Melania Trump Visits GhanaFirst Lady Melania Trump Delivers Remarks at the DOJ National Opioid SummitOpioid dependence, addiction, and abuse are an epidemic in this country. “In a time when our nation is faced with a global pandemic, Mrs. Trump continues to use BE BEST in ways large and small to demonstrate the power of kindness and healthy living happening throughout our nation and around the world.”In addition to traveling around the world, she has invited thousands of children to the White House over the last two years to participate in various Be Best activities.Stephanie Grisham, the FLOTUS spokeswoman, shared that since it’s launch, the first lady “has used BE BEST to connect with families, children, and key leaders and stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds to hear their stories, learn about the issues they face, and shine a spotlight on important and innovative solutions that are helping children become their very best selves.”FLOTUS has also toured nearly 20 hospitals both in the U.S. and globally, advocating for their innovative programs and thanking the medical staff for their devotion to their patients.The first lady also met with Congress to promote its SUPPORT Act legislation, its importance in helping to reduce opioid use during pregnancy and how to recognize early childhood issues related to substance abuse.Melania Trump reflects on the anniversary of her “Be Best” campaign launch and highlights to the Daily Caller what she sees as some of the “major” accomplishments since it started two years ago . And in February, FLOTUS was honored with the 2020 “Woman of Distinction” award from Palm Beach Atlantic University for all her work through her Be Best campaign. Trump has also aligned Be Best with the Department of Education, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the Office of National Drug Control Policy. (Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images)Some of the initiative’s accomplishments include visits to over 20 classrooms and meeting with nearly 4,000 students from all over the world.“It is my hope that by talking about the values of Be Best with young people in the United States and around the world, our children, teachers, and parents will strive to share them with family and friends throughout their own communities,” the first lady concluded. The "Be Best" campaign also continues the first lady's focus on cyberbullying. In addition to traveling around the world, she has invited thousands of children to the White House over the last two years to participate in various Be Best activities. “Over the past two years, Be Best has played a major role in spreading awareness, highlighting successful programs and acts of kindness, and encouraging public-private sector relationships to help children overcome the struggles they face every day,” said First Lady Melania Trump.It remains our generation’s moral imperative to take responsibility and help our children manage the many issues they are facing today, including encouraging positive social, emotional, and physical habits...When children learn positive online behaviors early-on, social media can be used in productive ways and can effect positive change. The campaign will also promote established organizations, programs, and people who are helping children overcome some of the issues they face growing up in the modern world.First Lady Melania Trump Visits the Sarvodaya School in IndiaFirst Lady Melania Trump Visits Digital Art Museum in TokyoFirst Lady of the United StatesFirst Lady Melania Trump Visits MalawiBy promoting values such as healthy living, encouragement, kindness, and respect, parents, teachers, and other adults can help prepare children for their futures. “Mrs. Trump will continue to address the importance of online safety, promote the well-being of children, and continue to find more ways to help families affected by opioid abuse and addiction,” she added.
BE BEST will concentrate on three main pillars: well-being, online safety, and opioid abuse.
BE BEST will champion the many successful well-being programs that provide children with the tools and skills required for emotional, social, and physical health.
Mrs. Trump believes that children should be both seen and heard, and it is our responsibility as adults to educate and reinforce to them that when they are using their voices—whether verbally or online—they must choose their words wisely and speak with respect and compassion.BE BEST will champion the many successful well-being programs that provide children with the tools and skills required for emotional, social, and physical health. Be … BE BEST will support the families and children affected by this crisis, bring attention to neonatal abstinence syndrome, and help educate parents on the importance of healthy pregnancies.First Lady Melania Trump Visits KenyaFirst Lady Melania Trump Visits Microsoft in WashingtonFirst Lady Melania Trump Visits EgyptThe mission of BE BEST is to focus on some of the major issues facing children today, with the goal of encouraging children to BE BEST in their individual paths, while also teaching them the importance of social, emotional, and physical health.