Why is bullying unacceptable

Other employees see a similar benefit. Viney said she hopes that the policy empowers others to step in when they see someone being bullied and also helps people be more aware of their own behavior. Eastern Washington University — The policy describes university standards for managing incidents of bullying, establishes procedures for handling complaints or incidents of policy violation.

It applies to university personnel, students, vendors, contractors, consultants, guests and others who do business with the university. McNeese State University — Bullying behavior will not be tolerated, whether intentional or unintentional.

Social bullying or cyber bullying is also discussed in the policy. New York University — The policy covers students, faculty members, staff and administrators. Establishes framework for response and enforcement, and provides examples of disruptive behavior in academic and administrative settings. Oregon State University — Bullying is prohibited, and defined as conduct that actually does cause the victim substantial emotional distress.

Policy covers staff, faculty and students. Download Anti-Bullying Posters. Try to stay in safe areas of the school at break and lunchtime where there are plenty of other people. If you are hurt at school, tell a teacher immediately and ask for it to be written down. Make sure you tell your parents. If you have a cell phone, be careful who you give your number to.

If you receive threatening phone calls or emails then tell your parents. It is against the law for anyone to send offensive or threatening phone messages and if it continues, it can also amount to harassment. The police can, and do, take action. If you see anyone else being bullied at your school, please tell someone about it. People who are being bullied need friends so if you can help someone who is so unhappy please do so. For more information on the key terms, click here.

The Northern Ireland Anti-Bullying Forum NIABF defines bullying as behaviour, that is usually repeated, by one or more persons intentionally to hurt, harm or adversely affect the rights and needs of another or others. Bullying usually has three key elements: It is usually repeated behaviour that happens over a period of time It usually involves an imbalance of power It is intentionally hurtful behaviour All unacceptable behaviour must be challenged, whether it is bullying or not.