- AboutStopBullying.gov provides information on what bullying is, who is at risk, and how you can prevent and respond to bullying.
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- School Violence Awareness Week starts today! Help increase the rate of students who report incidents of bullying by implementing a system of anonymous reporting. http://1.usa.gov/INSOdQ
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Today is the last day for youth ages 13-18 to enter the Stop Bullying Video Challenge. Remember that all submissions need to be received by 11pm EST tonight. The grand prize is $2,000! http://go.usa.gov/G9yStopBullying.Gov shared a link.
Kids who are involved in bullying often exhibit changes in behavior. They may adopt new eating habits, show a sudden disinterest in schoolwork, or act more aggressively toward family and friends. To make sure you know what changes to look for, tune into this podcast by Dr. Deborah Temkin at the U.S. Department of Education.- Show your support for the Stop Bullying Video Challenge. Like this post if you’ve entered the contest or know someone who has.
The contest deadline is this Sunday, October 14. http://go.usa.gov/G9y StopBullying.Gov shared a link.
Save the date! On October 24, the Federal Partners in Bullying Prevention will host a free webinar about how school-based health care workers, administrators & parents can respond to bullying safely and effectively.- One week and counting! Encourage the youth in your life to enter the Stop Bullying Video Challenge before the submission deadline on October 14. The grand prize is $2,000! http://go.usa.gov/G9y
- Help make sure all kids can go to school feeling safe. Tomorrow, in honor of National Safe Schools Day, start a school safety committee with the leaders in your community. http://1.usa.gov/H9YPDZ
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Get your questions ready! This Friday, October 5, we will host a Twitter Town Hall on bullying prevention and response. Join us from 3 to 4 pm EST to learn about best practices and new policy initiatives – and to share stories about what’s working in your community.
Experts from the DC Office of Human Rights and Federal Partners in Bullying Prevention will be on hand for the event. Tweet them using #BullyFreeDC.StopBullying.Gov updated their cover photo.
Learn the history behind Bullying Prevention Month and how you can take action in your community. Check out our newest blog post on StopBullying.gov http://1.usa.gov/SwhwIX
- Today is the first day of National Bullying Prevention Month! Tell us about the programs and events you have planned to combat bullying in your community.
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The Stop Bullying Video Challenge is more than a contest. It’s a way to engage youth in bullying prevention by sending a positive message about the importance of being “more than a bystander.”
If you’re up for the challenge (and we hope you are!), click here for details: http://1.usa.gov/QvQNMo- Need ideas for your Video Challenge submission? Check out these tips for how youth can prevent bullying by being more than a bystander: http://1.usa.gov/MoUjSS
- To help stop cyberbullying before it starts, the Federal Trade Commission offers free resources on the importance of Internet safety. For details on these materials and how you can order them, check out our newest blog post on StopBullying.gov: http://1.usa.gov/ScapFD
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“When you witness bullying you have an obligation to say something and get help. No one deserves to be hurt or intimidated. And no one can afford to be a bystander.”
Yesterday, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius offered...these words of wisdom at the Congressional Black Caucus’ Anti-Bullying Braintrust. Tell us what you think of her speech! A copy of her remarks, in their entirety, is available on StopBullying.gov.See MoreStopBullying.Gov shared a link.
Communities with comprehensive strategies to prevent bullying can better support children who are being bullied and redirect the behavior of those who are bullying. For more information about how you can work with others to develop a comprehensive strategy for your community, visit the Working in the Community page on StopBullying.gov. Remember, there’s strength in numbers!- ActivityOctoberPeople Who Like This1,257
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