SuEllen Fried
Retired, in Memoriam
SuEllen Fried was asked by Donna Stone, founder of Prevent Child Abuse America, to create the first Prevent Child Abuse America chapter, in Kansas, in 1976. Her work resulted in the model chapter that has since been replicated in 47 other states. Ms. Fried has demonstrated her passion and advocacy for children and bullying prevention through countless hours of work with youth and incarcerated men and women.
Ms. Fried is an American bullying prevention activist, writer, and educator. Throughout her career, she has authored three books about bullying, created programs to serve at-risk children and families, and worked with over 75,000 students, parents, educators, and professionals in 37 states.
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September 18, 1932 – October 03, 2024
It is with profound gratitude and admiration that we honor the legacy of SuEllen Fried, a true champion of children and families. As Prevent Child Abuse America’s first Kansas Chapter Director and a lifetime member of our Board of Directors, SuEllen devoted her life to creating a safer, more nurturing world for children and families. Her work as a trailblazer in child abuse prevention and her devotion to human dignity has changed countless lives and inspired a movement.