08 December 2022

Light every moment of childhood

Being a caregiver or a teacher isn't easy. But the good news is that there are skills we can learn to improve our relationship with children and improve how we raise them. Positive parenting and positive disciplining develop a relationship of respect, trust, empathy and communication between caregivers and children, as well as between teachers and…, Positive Disciplining At School, FACT SHEET, What is the situation now? Global:   Globally, it is estimated that 246 million children and adolescents experience some form of violence in and around school every year, 19 one in three children experience bullying, and a similar proportion are affected by physical violence 3 . Half of students aged 13–15, about 150 million, report experiencing…, For teachers, What can teachers do to create a safe classroom environment?  1 2 Build relationships of trust, express your concern for students when they are showing signs of worry or unhappiness, listen, and ask questions instead of making direct judgements. Share life stories and feelings with students in an appropriate manner. Be mindful of your own and your…, For School principals (school leaders), How can schools create a positive and safe atmosphere? 1 2 3 School management: Implement the law and put in place targeted mechanisms for the prevention and control of student bullying, sexual assault, and harassment, as well as appropriate measures to tackle violence and harassment against students, so that they feel protected at school.…, For parents, How can schools engage parents in preventing school violence? 1 2 Schools should provide anti-school bullying training for parents through parent-teacher meetings and parent chatgroups  for them to understand bullying and anti-bullying, parents’ responsibilities as well as the school's anti-bullying protocols, the reporting procedures and…, Navigating the online world safely, FACT SHEET, It is estimated that globally, one in three Internet users in the world today is below the age of 18. 1  More than 175,000 children go online for the first time every day, the equivalent of a new young netizen every half second. 2  They absorb knowledge and information, build friendships and develop social skills, foster creativity and…, How to solve the issue: a scenario-based Q&A, 1. What is cyberbullying and how can I help my child prevent it?  Cyberbullying is bullying with the use of digital technologies. It is repeated behaviour, aimed at scaring, angering, or shaming those who are targeted. Examples include spreading lies about or posting embarrassing photos of someone on social media; sending hurtful messages or…, Positive parenting at home, FACT SHEET, 1. What is violent discipline? Violent discipline is a form of violence against children, that includes physical punishment (for example, shaking, hitting or slapping a child) or psychological aggression (for example, shouting, yelling or screaming at a child, or calling a child offensive names, or otherwise verbally abusing a child). 1 2. What is…, How to solve the issue: a scenario-based Q&A, 1. What is violent discipline? Violent discipline is a form of violence against children, that includes physical punishment (for example, shaking, hitting or slapping a child) or psychological aggression (for example, shouting, yelling or screaming at a child, or calling a child offensive names, or otherwise verbally abusing a child). 1  Many…
12 September 2019

How to talk to your child's school about bullying

How to talk to your child's school about bullying, School leaders and teachers are important allies for preventing and addressing bullying. Bullying often takes place in school classrooms and hallways, where teachers and administrators can intervene. But the classroom is also an ideal setting for educating children about bullying and its harmful consequences, and shaping a culture of respect and…, Know your rights, Children have the right to go to school and learn in safety. Schools and teachers play an important role in protecting children. The adults who oversee and work in educational settings have a duty to create environments that support and promote children’s dignity, development and protection.  These rights are explicitly written in the United…, Starting with prevention, How can I work with my child’s school to prevent bullying? Bullying prevention through the use of dedicated lessons, meetings and/or curriculum has been shown to effectively reduce bullying in schools. Here’s how you can talk to your child’s teacher about starting with prevention: Establish relationships with school employees. Get to know your…, Responding to bullying, How can I work with my child’s school if my child is being bullied? Do your research. Find out if the school has a response mechanism or policy in place for bullying. Make sure there is a support system for both your child and the child who is bullying.  Allow the school to take action. Allow schools to take responsibility for dealing with…, Take action, You can be a support system for your child and working with your local schools to make schools safer for students. Learn more:
12 September 2019

How to talk to your children about bullying

Watching your child experience the physical and emotional pain of bullying or cyberbullying is heartbreaking.  Some parents are unsure where to begin to help protect their children from bullying and violence. Others may not know if their children are victims, bystanders or even perpetrators of harmful behaviours.  Here are some tips on how to…, Understanding the basics, What is bullying? You can usually identify bullying through the following three characteristics: intent, repetition, and power. A bully intends to cause pain, either through physical harm or hurtful words or behaviour, and does so repeatedly. Boys are more likely to experience physical bullying, while girls are more likely to experience…, Starting with prevention, How can I help prevent bullying in my child’s school? The first step to keeping your child safe, whether in-person or online, is making sure they know the issue.  Educate your children about bullying. Once they know what bullying is, your children will be able to identify it more easily, whether it is happening to them or someone else.  Talk…, Responding to bullying, What should I do if my child is being bullied or threatened? If you know your child is being bullied, there are several steps you can take to help them: Listen to your child openly and calmly. Focus on making them feel heard and supported, instead of trying to find the cause of the bullying or trying to solve the problem. Make sure they know that…, Take action, You can be a support system to your child and working with your school to change policies to prevent and address bullying. Learn more: