Wednesday February 26 is Pink Shirt Day - a worldwide stand against bullying.
Bullying happens when someone hurts or scares another person on purpose.
Examples of bullying include:
- Punching, shoving and other acts that hurt people physically
- Spreading bad rumours about people
- Keeping certain people out of a group
- Teasing people in a mean way
- Getting certain people to “gang up” on others
- Cyberbullying or "Trolling"
- Family violence
Find stands with those working tirelessly to end and prevent bullying of all kinds.
We believe in inclusivity, being kind and embracing what makes you unique and special.
Bullying is very serious and has severe consequences. It's important to understand that harassment is a crime under the Criminal Code.
What to do if you are being bullied:
If you are being bullied, don’t keep it a secret. Ask friends or adults for help.
Report all bullying incidents to your teacher, guidance counsellor, or other authorities.
There is no reason for you to ever put up with bullying.
- If you are being bullied, don’t keep it a secret. Ask friends or adults for help.
- Report all bullying incidents to your teacher, guidance counsellor, or other authorities.
- There is no reason for you to ever put up with bullying.
Ask for support.
- Think about who you can ask for help, starting with your family, friends, and teachers.
Track it.
- Keep a journal and write down how you’re being bullied, who is doing it, and when it happens.
- Save bullying messages, pictures, or copies of conversations.
What to do if you witness bullying:
Speak up.
- When no one speaks up, bullying behaviour continues.
Share the responsibility.
- We all play a part in refusing to accept bullying behaviour.
Refuse to join in.
- Don’t take part in the bullying behaviour. Don’t even watch. Refuse to be a bystander.
Get help.
- Report bullying behaviour to someone who can help
Provide support.
- Be a friend to the person being bullied.
What to do if you are experiencing cyberbullying:
Speak up
- Speak up if someone sends you a text, tweet or email that makes you uncomfortable.
Tell someone
- A friend, a trusted adult like your teacher, or a family member.
Control your online presence
- Increase your security settings online, hide your profile, and block users.
Save the evidence
- Save bullying messages, pictures, or copies of conversations.
Know where to go
- There are supports and services available to help you deal with cyberbullying.
- Information on where people can turn if they need help is available at https://www.edmontonpolice.ca/CrimePrevention/PersonalFamilySafety/ChildProtection/BullyingAndCyberbullying
Report serious forms of cyberbullying
- Inform your Internet or cell phone service provider, social network site administrator or the appropriate authorities (teacher, principals, police personnel).
Bullying is often viewed as a "youth" issue, but people of all ages experience bullying. People experiencing homelessness are constantly bullied and spoken down to especially when bottle picking or pan handling. We need to support EVERYONE and break down these barriers together.
Please call 911 if you or someone you know is in immediate danger.
Bullying Helpline: 1-888-456-2323 to get help anonymously in more than 170 languages
Bullying Helpline Chat: to get help anonymously from 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week.
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