We are delighted to support Anti-bullying Week (13th – 19th November) this year to highlight the important ways we can all take action against bullying.
Coordinated by the Anti-bullying Alliance, the theme for the week this year is ‘All different, All equal‘. It gives children and young people the opportunity to celebrate what makes them, and others unique. The aim is to help them understand how important it is that every child feels valued and included in school, able to be themselves, without fear of bullying.
Whether you’re a teacher, parent or carer, there are great ways you can get involved and show your support, take a look below.
Odd socks day video for Anti-Bullying Week celebrates being unique
As part of Anti-Bullying Week, Odd socks day (Monday 13th November) is an opportunity for children to express themselves and appreciate individuality. Learn more about the day
How you treat others will help your child learn how to interact with the world.
Introduce them to a range of people, experiences and religious tradition to give them the opportunity to expand their understanding of the world.
- Help them understand that the world is diverse and why this is a positive thing
- Don’t pretend differences don’t exist but try to focus on why they make people special
Children who are happy with who they are, are more likely to be accepting of others and make more positive decisions.
- Try to talk through the reasons why they feel a certain way
- Give them examples that challenges this particular view of the world
- Give your child the space to feel free to express themselves and question what they see
- Have regular conversations to help them shape their values and understanding of the world
Visit our Cyberbullying hub to get practical tips to protect your child from bullying
Use our age-specific interactive guide to help talk to your child about cyberbullying
Try the interactive Anti-Bullying Parent Information tool from Anti-Bullying Alliance
Get involved in Odd Socks Day for Anti-Bullying week to celebrate uniqueness
What you can do as a school
Anti-Bullying Week resources for schools
The Anti-Bullying Alliance has created a number of resources designed to support schools with their activities this Anti-Bullying Week. Visit their site to see all the resources available.
Anti-Bullying Week 2017 film for primary schools
Anti-Bullying Week 2017 film for secondary schools
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