Cyber Bullying
“Behaviour by an individual or group, usually repeated over time, that intentionally hurts another individual or group, either physically or emotionally.”
Cyber bullying involves the use of technology such as computers and mobile phones to do this. The difference is often that cyber bullying can seem to be anonymous and can therefore result in a greater feeling of isolation and helplessness in the victim.
Please be aware that Outwood Grange Academy does not tolerate any type of bullying, including cyber-bullying.
Below are some quick tips and links for parents or carers who believe their child may be suffering from cyber bullying
The following tips can help parents protect children and young people:
Know which websites your children visit and help them find the ‘report abuse’ or ‘block sender’ options so they can feel in control
Tell your children not to reply to unpleasant messages
Urge them to keep evidence – not to delete bullying texts, emails or posts on social networking sites
Make sure they act thoughtfully in cyberspace – comments and photos can stay online forever and texts can be forwarded widely
Ensure they protect their password to keep their files and information safe
Encourage them to take action and talk to you if they are cyber-bullied
Tell them not to give out personal details such as mobile number, address or email online
Regularly check and clean their ‘friends’ lists on social networking sites
Tell them to keep evidence - callers and mailers can be traced
LEAFLETS
Click these links for information leaflets or booklets about cyber-bullying and how to help as a parent:
• Parents and carers briefing (anti-bullying alliance)
• Cyber bullying an overview (from DCSF- now DfE)
• Bullying via internet and mobile phone (from Parentline)
ONLINE and PHONE LINKS
If you are concerned about your child you can contact one of the organisations listed below for support and advice. Most sites give help for young people too!
Parentline Plus: 0808 800 2222
Immediate support and advice for parents, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Parentline Plus also have a website for parents, who are worried about bullying in their children\\\'s lives.
Kidscape: 08451 205 204
Provide a helpline for parents and carers of bullied children, open 10am to 4pm Monday–Friday.
The Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre (CEOP)
Provides help and advice on cyber-bullying, the Centre maintains a website for children and young people, and parents and carers about staying safe online.
Childnet International
A non-profit organisation which works around online safety. Their website includes resources and advice for parents.
Beatbullying
Charity which works with schools and young people to tackle bullying. Their Cybermentors site is a place where young people can support and help each other deal with bullying or other problems. Beatbullying provide advice for parents on their website.
NHS advice: http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/Bullying/Pages/Bullyingadviceforparents.aspx
Digizen a website set up to promote safe use of the internet, has a section for parents: http://www.digizen.org/parents/
The Anti-bullying alliance also has advice for parents on cyber bullying: http://www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/press_centre/latest_news/tips_for_parents_and_carers.aspx ABA has produced a web-based short guide for parents, carers and other adults who want to know more about bullying and how to tackle it. Keep an Eye On It [PDF 881KB] was developed in collaboration with other organisations and with the input of young people.
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