Bullying in Australia

Did you know that

1 in 4
  • Australian children reported being bullied
1 in 5
  • children reported being cyber bullied
71%

of parents say they want information about dealing with negative online incidents

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FOR PARENTS

Bullying of any form or for any reason can have long-term effects on those involved, including bystanders.

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FOR SCHOOLS

Bullying is an ongoing misuse of power in relationships through repeated verbal, physical and/or social behaviour that causes physical and/or psychological harm. It can involve an individual or a group misusing their power over one or more persons. Bullying can happen in person or online, and it can be obvious (overt) or hidden (covert).

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