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14/11/2016
Anti-Bullying Week Launches 'Together We Are Stronger' Campaign
A new scheme by the NI Anti-Bullying Forum will see more than 500 schools and organisations across the province take part in a week long series of events under the theme of 'Together We Are Stronger'.
The Anti-Bullying Week initiative was launched by Junior Minister, Alastair Ross, at an event in Titanic Belfast today, 14 November.
The Minister said: "Bullying is a problem that, sadly, occurs in almost every school around the world. It can take many forms from physical and verbal attacks to cyber bullying. It can happen to anyone and can be profoundly damaging; its effects can often be felt right through into adulthood. We all have a duty to both tackle bullying and support those who have been affected.
"The Department of Education has provided a clear lead through the 'Addressing Bullying In Schools Act (NI) 2016'. It will strengthen schools' ability to recognise and respond to this issue and will ensure greater consistency, so that all our pupils can enjoy the same high levels of protection."
During the event, the Junior Minister also presented awards to the winning pupils of the anti-bullying competition including art, creative writing and short films.
He said: "The many inspiring and imaginative entries to this competition illustrate the importance of this issue to our young people and our schools. As well as those who have won prizes, I commend everyone who submitted an entry to all categories of the competition. The increased awareness and momentum which Anti-Bullying Week generates can be a driving force to change attitudes for the better."
The NI Anti-Bullying Forum (NIABF), an independent body which is funded by the Department of Education and helps schools and organisations to try to prevent and deal with bullying.
(MH/LM)
The Anti-Bullying Week initiative was launched by Junior Minister, Alastair Ross, at an event in Titanic Belfast today, 14 November.
The Minister said: "Bullying is a problem that, sadly, occurs in almost every school around the world. It can take many forms from physical and verbal attacks to cyber bullying. It can happen to anyone and can be profoundly damaging; its effects can often be felt right through into adulthood. We all have a duty to both tackle bullying and support those who have been affected.
"The Department of Education has provided a clear lead through the 'Addressing Bullying In Schools Act (NI) 2016'. It will strengthen schools' ability to recognise and respond to this issue and will ensure greater consistency, so that all our pupils can enjoy the same high levels of protection."
During the event, the Junior Minister also presented awards to the winning pupils of the anti-bullying competition including art, creative writing and short films.
He said: "The many inspiring and imaginative entries to this competition illustrate the importance of this issue to our young people and our schools. As well as those who have won prizes, I commend everyone who submitted an entry to all categories of the competition. The increased awareness and momentum which Anti-Bullying Week generates can be a driving force to change attitudes for the better."
The NI Anti-Bullying Forum (NIABF), an independent body which is funded by the Department of Education and helps schools and organisations to try to prevent and deal with bullying.
(MH/LM)
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