Bullying No Way Week
Bullying No Way Week unites Australian schools, students, and families in tackling bullying together.
This annual event urges young people to recognize bullying, understand its effects, and learn how to act against it.
How to Observe Bullying No Way Week
Here are some creative ways to join the National Day of Action Against Bullying and Violence. These ideas are designed to engage students, teachers, and the community in meaningful activities that make a real difference.
Create a Kindness Wall
Encourage students to write notes of encouragement and post them on a school “Kindness Wall.” These messages can lift up anyone who needs a boost or just a friendly reminder to spread kindness.
This visual display of support shows everyone that kindness is valued here.
Start a “No Bully Zone” Pledge
Organize a pledge event where students commit to treating others with respect. Make it fun by giving out “No Bully Zone” badges or bracelets to those who sign. It’s a simple way to inspire kids to stand up for what’s right and create a more positive atmosphere in their school.
Make a Kindness Chain
Hand out colorful strips of paper for students to write messages of positivity or goals to prevent bullying. Link the strips together to form a long “Kindness Chain” that can decorate hallways, symbolizing unity and strength in standing against bullying.
Host an Anti-Bullying Story Time
Gather students to read stories focused on themes like friendship, empathy, and standing up to bullies. Choose age-appropriate books, and open the floor for a discussion afterward. This activity encourages younger kids to think about how they can contribute to a kinder environment.
Recognize Kindness Champions
Reward students who model kindness and inclusivity throughout the day. Small rewards, like certificates or treats, make students feel appreciated and encourage others to follow suit. Recognizing “Kindness Champions” boosts morale and sets a standard for positive behavior.
History of Bullying No Way Week
Originally called the National Day of Action Against Bullying and Violence, Australia’s major anti-bullying event, began in 2011. Created by the “Bullying. No Way!” initiative, the day encourages schools to take unified action against bullying.
In 2024, the event was changed from just a day to a week, lasting from Monday to Friday. The name of the event was changed to Bullying No Way Week, or Bullying No Way: National Week of Action.
The program, supported by all Australian education authorities, gives schools the tools to address bullying through awareness and community collaboration.
Held each year, the day has grown to include thousands of schools. In 2022 alone, over 6,000 schools participated. Themes like “Growing Connections” and “Take Action Together” emphasize community support and the value of healthy relationships to prevent bullying.
The focus remains on equipping young people to recognize, prevent, and respond to bullying while fostering a culture of respect and empathy.
Today, the event plays a key role in helping schools create safer, more inclusive spaces for all students. This evolving effort has transformed the day into an essential annual tradition in Australian education.
This day doesn’t just aim to educate; it empowers students to stand up and build safer communities. Schools, teachers, and families work closely to create a culture of empathy and support, encouraging students to act as allies for one another.
Young people are encouraged to connect with trusted adults, report bullying, and support their peers, knowing that these actions can make a lasting difference.
The day’s activities aim to leave a mark that goes beyond the event itself, helping to shape school environments where every student feels safe, valued, and supported in a positive, bully-free space.
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