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Know the signs. Know the steps.

Practical, plain-language guidance for whoever you are and whatever you're facing. Filter by who you are and the kind of bullying involved.

I am…
EveryoneBeing bulliedParent or caregiverSchool or communityAdult at work
Type of bullying
All typesPhysicalVerbalSocial / exclusionOnline / cyberWorkplace

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Being bullied

If someone is hurting you or threatening you

  • Your safety comes first — move toward other people or a trusted adult.
  • Stay calm, use a clear voice: “Stop. Leave me alone.” Then walk away.
  • Tell an adult you trust the same day, and keep telling until someone acts.

Being bullied

When you're being left out or talked about

  • Exclusion and rumors are bullying too — your feelings are valid.
  • Spend time with people and activities that make you feel like yourself.
  • Write down what's happening so it's easier to explain to someone who can help.

Being bullied · Parent or caregiver

Handling bullying online

  • Don't respond or retaliate — it often makes things escalate.
  • Screenshot messages, posts and usernames before blocking.
  • Use the platform's report and block tools, and tighten privacy settings.

Parent or caregiver

Signs your child may be experiencing bullying

  • Changes in sleep, appetite or mood; not wanting to go to school or activities.
  • Unexplained injuries, lost belongings, or anxiety around their phone.
  • Pulling away from friends or seeming unusually down about themselves.

Parent or caregiver

Starting the conversation at home

  • Choose a calm moment — side-by-side talks, like in the car, can feel easier.
  • Listen first. Thank them for telling you and reassure them it's not their fault.
  • Make a plan together so they keep a sense of control.

Parent or caregiver · School or community

Working with your child's school

  • Share specific, dated notes and ask about the school's bullying policy.
  • Request a follow-up time to check on progress.
  • Keep communication in writing when possible, and stay focused on your child's safety.

School or community

Building a culture of respect

  • Set clear, shared expectations for how everyone treats one another.
  • Teach bystanders simple ways to help: interrupt, include, report.
  • Make reporting easy and respond consistently every time.

Adult at work

Responding to workplace bullying

  • Keep a factual log: dates, times, what was said or done, and any witnesses.
  • Review your organization's conduct and reporting policies.
  • Raise concerns with a manager or HR you trust, and lean on allies outside work.

Being bullied · Adult at work · School or community

Being an upstander

  • Check in privately with the person targeted — kindness counts.
  • Don't share or like hurtful content.
  • Report what you saw to someone with the authority to help.

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