Anti-Bullying Day 2023: Date, History, Facts about Online Bullying

Anti-Bullying Day is annually observed on May 4. On this day, pledges are made to end bullying in institutions. Bullying is as ancient as society itself. Sometimes the symptoms are obvious and deliberate. Other times, it is insidious and may exist where we least expect it, such as within the victim’s family, acquaintances, or close associates. The majority of the time, however, minors are at a greater risk because bullies prey on the most vulnerable. Every child has the right to grow up without experiencing abuse, particularly in learning environments intended to be secure. Anti-Bullying Day promotes awareness of bullying and how to aid children who may be suffering in silence.

The background of Anti-Bullying Day

Anti-Bullying Day was conceived by David Shepherd and Travis Price of Nova Scotia, Canada. In 2007, the two purchased and disseminated fifty pink t-shirts in support of Jadrien Cota. On the first day of school, a male student was viciously bullied for donning a pink shirt. People have donned pink, purple, or blue shirts to protest bullying since then.

Bullying exists wherever groups of individuals exist. Bullying is pervasive because there is always someone with the need to assert dominance, which manifests itself sometimes as “teasing” or “jokes.” Bullies demean individuals based on their appearance, race, gender, sexual orientation, or religion. Sometimes, they tolerate a person’s differences without a reason. At least 71% of students have been bullied in school, according to statistics. The proliferation of the internet makes it more difficult. Bullying is no longer confined to schoolyards; it now enters people’s residences via social media, websites, and devices.

On this day, institutions throughout the world stand against bullying. Depending on the location, the holiday may have different dates and names. But the goal is universal: to prevent cruelty and assist children in need. The United Nations has designated May 4 as International Day Against Bullying. A day that serves as a reminder to defend everyone who is victimised or harassed, regardless of race, gender, or age.

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5 FACTS ABOUT ONLINE BULLYING

At least 45 percent of school-aged adolescents have experienced cyberbullying.

The majority of cyberbullying occurs through students’ mobile phones.

Seventy-five percent or more of students confess to visiting websites that criticise other students.

Cyberbullying targets more girls than guys.

72% of adolescents experience online bullying because of their appearance, resulting in depression, anxiety, and body image issues.

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