Okay to Say

See something. Say something. Stay safe.

OK2SAY is Michigan’s confidential way for students to speak up about things that could hurt themselves or others. You can report concerns 24/7, anonymously, and safely—no matter how big or small it feels.

What should you report?

If it doesn’t feel right, it’s worth sharing. This includes:

• Threats or planned school attacks

• Weapons at school

• Bullying or cyberbullying

• Assault or sexual assault

• Drugs or gang activity

• Suicide threats or serious emotional distress

How to submit a tip (anytime)

Choose the option that’s easiest for you:

• Call: 1-855-565-2729 (1-855-OK2SAY)

• Text: 652729 (OK2SAY)

• Email: ok2say@mi.gov

• Website: ok2say.state.mi.us

• Mobile App: Available in app stores for iPhone and Android

Your tip is confidential

By law, your identity is protected. You do not have to give your name.
Tips are handled by trained operators and shared only with the appropriate people to keep students safe.

What happens after you submit?

• Trained OK2SAY operators review your tip right away

• Information is shared with schools, local police, or mental health professionals as needed

• Mental health emergencies are sent directly to local crisis support

Operators are members of the Michigan State Police and are trained to respond to mental health and safety concerns. Some tips may also be shared with local mental health agencies or the Michigan Department of Human Services.

Trust your instincts

Speaking up can save a life—including your own or a friend’s.
You’re not snitching. You’re helping.

Tips are Confidential.  Public Act 183 of 2013 (Student Safety Act) mandates that OK2SAY tip information remain confidential. However, it does allow that OK2SAY operators, schools, and law enforcement may disclose tip information during the course of their duties if the information is needed to respond to the tip. In addition, the Act prohibits OK2SAY operators from releasing the identity of the caller to anyone, absent the caller’s permission, the parent’s permission if the caller is under 18, or a court order. Therefore, local law enforcement and schools will likely not know the identity of the person who submitted the tip, nor the tip provider’s identity, subject to disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.

⚠️ One important note

OK2SAY is for real concerns only. Intentional false reports are taken seriously and may have consequences.