A Movement of Inclusion

A Stand for Humanity

Sometimes, the most powerful movements start with a simple act of courage. One teacher, standing firm in her belief that kindness and inclusivity are not political statements, but essential truths, has sparked a wave of unity that is spreading across the globe.

When Sarah Ayama, a 6th-grade World Civilizations teacher at Lewis and Clark Middle School in the West Ada School District, refused to remove two inclusive posters from her classroom, she likely didn’t expect her choice to ignite a worldwide movement. Yet her quiet, steadfast courage has done just that. This is her story—and the story of everyone who believes that Everyone Is Welcome Here.

The Spark of Courage

It all started when Sarah Ayama, a dedicated 6th-grade World Civilizations teacher at Lewis and Clark Middle School in the West Ada School District, was asked to remove two posters from her classroom. The first poster welcomed students with words like welcome, important, accepted, respected, encouraged, valued, and equal—a clear message of inclusion and kindness. The second poster, featuring hands of various skin tones, boldly declared: Everyone Is Welcome Here.

Standing Her Ground

When Sarah refused to comply, she was told her message was “political” and violated district policy. For Sarah, the statement wasn’t political; it was fundamental to her work as a teacher and to public education itself. Her words were clear: “Everyone is welcome here. And it's just the right thing to do.”

What happened next was nothing short of remarkable. People from the community began gathering outside the West Ada School District offices, chalking messages of inclusion and hope on sidewalks. Celebrities voiced their support. And as the story spread, more and more people took notice.

The Power of Community

Perhaps the most tangible response came from Brigade Screen Printing, a small, family-owned t-shirt shop in Boise. Moved by Sarah’s story, Sean Wright and his team—many of whom are mothers with children in the West Ada School District—began printing shirts bearing the words: Everyone Is Welcome Here.

What began as a simple act of solidarity quickly turned into a worldwide statement of compassion. Orders flooded in from across the U.S. and beyond—from Seattle to Chicago, from Germany to South Africa.

As Sean Wright put it, “This hits home with everybody. This isn’t just about one teacher. This is about creating a world where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and loved.”

The Message Spreads Worldwide

Every shirt printed, every message shared, and every act of kindness added to the growing force of inclusivity.

Thousands of people are wearing their shirts and sharing their photos to show the world that we are united in the belief that Everyone Is Welcome Here. The powerful ripple of this moment has made it clear: This message is not just a local sentiment. It is a declaration of our collective humanity. Inclusion is not political. It’s a universal truth.

Join the Movement: Stand for Inclusivity

This powerful message isn’t just about one teacher or one community—it’s about all of us. It’s about creating a world where everyone feels seen, valued, and welcomed, regardless of who they are or where they come from.

If you believe that Everyone Is Welcome Here, join us in spreading this message of love and inclusivity far and wide:
✅ Wear your shirt.
✅ Share your photos.
✅ Tell your story.
✅ Use the hashtags: #EveryoneIsWelcome #InclusiveIdaho #WestAdaSchools #SupportSarahAyama #UnityThroughKindness

Together, we can create a world where kindness and compassion are not just ideals but a living reality. Let’s keep the momentum going and show the world that Everyone Is Welcome Here.

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