Anti bullying week 2022

Parents, carers, and teachers are all encouraged to play an active role in preventing bullying during Anti-Bullying Week, which shines a light on the problem of bullying and provides different ways to help resolve the issue. This nationwide event takes place from November 14th to the 18th and is organised by the Anti-Bullying Alliance. Children of all ages, as well as parents and carers, are encouraged to get involved in the event and take part in activities that will help raise awareness of the issue of bullying among children, especially in schools. The focus this year is on demonstrating different ways to support young people and providing an open platform for them to talk about any issues they have with bullying. Carers can create a safe environment where young people feel like they are able to openly talk about their feelings and problems and know that they will receive support. A number of lesson plans and activities have been created and shared online for Anti-Bullying Week and downloading this content and making it a part of the classroom activities is a great way for teachers to get involved. Here’s a few more details about this year’s theme. Anti-Bullying Week 2022 is coordinated by the Anti-Bullying Alliance. It will take place from 14 to 18 November 2022 and has the theme Reach Out. The week will kick off with Odd Socks Day on Monday 14th November, where adults and children where odd socks to celebrate what makes us all unique. The theme of Reach Out came about following consultation with teachers and pupils by the Ati-Bullying Alliance which coordinates Anti-Bullying Week every year in England and Wales. Teachers and children wanted a theme that empowered them to do something positive to counter the harm and hurt that bullying causes.

Following the success of the campaign in 2021 – when 80% of schools marked the week, reaching over 7.5 million children and young people – Anti-Bullying Week will remind everyone whether it’s in school, at home, in the community or online, let’s reach out and show each other the support we need.

OUR CALL TO ACTION:

Bullying is a problem for millions of people and can make us feel hopeless. But we can change this by challenging bullying whenever we see it. This starts by reaching out to others. Whether it’s in school, at home, in the community or online, we can reach out and show each other the support we need. Talk to someone you trust if you need to talk. Talk to someone you know is being bullied. Consider a new approach. And it doesn’t stop with young people. From teachers to parents and influencers to politicians, we all have a responsibility to help each other reach out. Together, let’s be the change we want to see. Reflect on our own behaviour, set positive examples and create kinder communities.