Don't respond

If someone bullies you, remember that your reaction is usually exactly what the bully wants. It gives him or her power over you. Who wants to empower a bully?

Don't retaliate

Getting back at the bully turns you into one and reinforces the bully’s behaviour. Help avoid a whole cycle of aggression.

Save the evidence

The only good news about digital bullying is that the harassing messages can usually be captured, saved, and shown to someone who can help. You need to do this even if it’s minor stuff, in case things escalate.

Talk to a trusted adult

It’s you can tell your parent – if you can’t – a talk to us at school and we will help.  If you’re really nervous about saying something, don't be, as we will help.  But if you can't talk to someone, report it anonymously at school or use the red button below.

Block the bully

If the bullyings coming in the form of instant messages, texts, or profile comments, do yourself a favour: Use preferences or privacy tools to block the person. If it’s in chat, leave the “room.”

Be polite

 Even if you don’t like someone, it’s a good idea to be decent and not sink to the other person’s level.  Treat people the way you want to be treated.

Don't be a bully

How would you feel if someone bullied you?  Think about how you would feel if it was happening to you.  Be a nicer person.

Be a friend, not a bystander

The Watching or forwarding mean messages gives the bullies power and hurts victims even more. If you can, tell bullies to stop.  If you can’t stop the bully, at least try to help the victim and report the behaviour using the red button below.column.