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    Be an Upstander, Not a Bystander

                     Cyberbullying continues when people stay silent and do nothing. If you
                     see someone being bullied online, you have the power to stop the harm
                     by being an ‘upstander’.

                       Support the Victim               Report the Content                 Encourage Trusted Help
                       Send  kind  and encouraging      Use the “Report” button on social   Motivate  your friend to  talk  to
                        words to  show that  they  are   media  or inform a teacher/       a parent, teacher,  or trusted
                        not alone. Even a simple “Don’t   parent. Abusive or harmful       adult.  Adults  can take  action
                        worry, I’m with you” can make    posts should be flagged so they   that students alone may not be
                        a big difference.                are removed quickly.               able to.

                                            “Remember cyberbullying is not “just a joke.” It is against the law. By
                                         knowing your rights and the reporting systems, you can take action and
                                                             protect yourself as well as others.”

                     How to Respond Safely

                     When cyberbullying happens, reacting in anger can make things worse. The safest way to
                     handle online bullying is to protect yourself first and then seek help. The Stop–Block–Tell rule is
                     a simple method that helps you stay calm, safe and in control. Let’s learn about Stop-Block-Tell
                     approach.

                     For example, A student receives mean comments on a photo. First, they do not reply. Next, they
                     block the account. Finally, they show screenshots to a teacher and ask for help. This protects the
                     student and stops the bully from continuing.

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                                          STOP                      BLOCK                      TELL
                                      Do not reply to           Block the person            Share what
                                     hurtful messages.          posting harmful          happened with a
                                       Staying silent           messages. This          trusted adult. Save
                                    prevents escalation.        prevents further          evidence before
                                                                   contact.                 reporting.

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