The New York Times Company GLBT & Allies Network presents Bullying – A National Crisis An epidemic of bullying is plaguing America’s middle and high schools. Directed at students perceived as “different,” it is causing ostracism, fear and, increasingly, suicide. Held in conjunction with National Anti-Bullying Month, this event brings together parents, teachers and advocacy groups to explore causes and discuss solutions to this growing problem. Keynote Speaker Sirdeaner Walker, whose 11-year-old son Carl committed suicide after enduring relentless anti-gay bullying at his school in Springfield, Mass.   Panel Discussion Eliza Byard, executive director of GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network) Julie Hertzog, director of PACER’s National Center for Bullying Prevention Thomas Krever, executive director, The Hetrick-Martin Institute Charles Robbins, executive director of The Trevor Project Dr. Michael de Vihil, clinical psychologist, Corporate Counseling Associates Jordan Goldman, founder/CEO Unigo.com - Moderator Screening of the movie “Bullycides” by IN THE LIFE MEDIA. Monday, October 25 6 – 8 P.M. The Times Center 242 W. 41st St. (Between 7th & 8th Ave.) R.S.V.P. to Natalie Herron, herrone@nytimes.com CLICK HERE to Help Stop Bullying: Share Your Stories with Unigo