Make a stand for Anti-Bullying week: BFB Labs top 10 sources for anti-bullying support
As we approach Anti-bullying Week (13th-17th of November) we want to equip you with a toolkit of resources coming from the best voices in this space. Together we hope to support all children, by fostering a safe and inclusive environment for growth and learning.
It’s important that we note, that while this week serves a a valuable focal point for our collective efforts, it's vital we acknowledge that bullying is an ongoing, year-round challenge. Combating bullying requires our collective efforts to create safe and inclusive environments for children and young people beyond the confines of a single awareness week. Uniting our strengths and resources, we can effect meaningful and lasting change in the lives of CYPs. Together we stand as advocates, mentors, and allies, ensuring that every child and young person feels supported, safe, valued, and empowered to become the young adults that will lead the fight forward for better Mental Health.
This year's theme, 'Make a Noise about Bullying', calls upon schools, teachers, parents, and carers to come together and amplify our collective voice against this pervasive issue. Below, you'll find a collection of BFB Labs Top Ten Resources and Activities on Anti-bullying, designed to equip you with the tools needed to actively participate in Anti-Bullying Week and hopefully take with you into the new year.
Top Ten Resources and Activities on Anti-bullying
Anti-bullying Alliance - The founders behind Anti-bullying week, the Anti-bullying Alliance are our top recommendation for all things relating to bullying. From advice and guidance, to resources and activities. Bring Anti-bullying week 'make a noise' into the classroom with packs for primary schools and primary school age settings. Click here for the pack.
Kidscape provide a wide range of training and resources as well as an invaluable Parents Advice Line. Celebrating Friendship Friday, Learn about positive friendships at Kidscape free parents and carers online Q&A. Find out more here and join on Instagram @ 7pm, 14th Nov.
NSPCC Anti-bullying resources - a great source for information, templates and training around cyberbullying. Check out the NSPCC library reading list, or sign up for free safeguarding e-mails for schools.
Diana Award - Among its many anti-bullying endeavours, the team at Diana Award have a focus on tackling racist and sexual bullying behaviour. To become an anti-bullying ambassador and receive support on tackling racism and sexual bullying in primary and secondary schools find out more here.
YoungMinds provide a fantastic accessible resource for children and young people. Designed for CYPs, they provide support and advice for youths who might be experiencing bullying themselves. A great resource for sign-posting CYPs within your care or service.
Bullies Out (In Wales) - ‘Bullies out’ hosts a wealth of resources and training as well as a valuable taxonomy of bullying from banter, to gaslighting, to ghosting. They also offer ‘TalktoUs’ a virtual counselling service for children over the age of 9. Another invaluable service for referral or signposting.
BBC Live - on Monday 13th November @11am, the BBC will be hosting a Live classic partnership with the Anti-bullying Alliance. Click here to learn more, and take part in the live conversation.
In Scotland, respectme - Offering advice for children, young people, and adults, respectme are running a campaign ‘Listen Up! Respect our Rights!’ Join the 5 step action plan for Scotland, and show your support for the #ImListening social media campaign here.
In Wales - Children’s commissioners for Wales - View the 2017 report on young people’s experience of bullying, and check out the lesson plans for children from Nursery right through to Secondary school.
Childline, provide a comprehensive list of resources on bullying, discrimination and isolation, as well as online forums and opportunities to request support.
Remember…
If a child in your care needs support, you should always tell someone about your concerns. Your GP can be a good place to start to find help. Your GP can let you know what support is available, suggest different types of treatment and offer regular check-ups.
If you know a child or youth in need of in-the-moment support you can sign post them to Childline, where you can speak to a counsellor. Their lines are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.