Theme
This year's theme is: Everyone Belongs.
When we feel like we belong, bullying struggles to find a place. It's about embracing who we are, respecting everyone's differences and standing up together against unkindness.
Belonging means we all have a role in preventing bullying. We're encouraged to speak up and create a safe place where everyone feels supported and respected, and our voices are heard and valued.
Daily focus areas
There are many ways to build a sense of belonging.
During Bullying No Way Week, you can focus on all the strategies or choose the ones you would like to strengthen or celebrate.
We have created a number of evidence-informed strategies you can use to support a positive sense of belonging in your class and school.
1. Watch the below videos
2. Share the daily message
3. Complete a short activity
Belonging videos
The following videos have been produced for Bullying No Week and explore some of the ways we can help create a place at school where everyone belongs.
Day 1. Challenge stereotypes
Help students recognise and challenge biased beliefs they may hold and promote a culture of acceptance and inclusion.
Day 2. Promote empathy
Understanding and compassion for others makes it less likely students will engage in hurtful behaviour.
Day 3. Embrace diversity
Appreciate and celebrate the diversity of backgrounds, interests and identities at school.
Day 4. Foster positive relationships
When students feel connected to their peers and valued for who they are, they are less likely to engage in bullying behaviour.
Day 5. Provide support
Ensure students know where to turn for help and that their concerns will be taken seriously and addressed quickly.