Banter and bullying are two words often used interchangeably, but they have stark differences in their meaning and impact.

Bullying is like a dark cloud that hovers over the sunny days of your childhood and adolescence.

Online (Cyber) bullying – using information and communication technologies to display deliberate, repeated and hostile behaviour to hurt, harass or harm others.

Recognising bullying behaviour in others is quite easy but are we able to see those behaviours in ourselves as we are all capable of bullying behaviour?

Recognising bullying behaviour in others is quite easy but are we able to see those behaviours in ourselves? Look at the list below and answer honestly:

Admission is the first step. By being truthful and admitting you are displaying bullying behaviour and understanding your behaviour is wrong, you’ve taken the first step to making that change.

Okay, now that we’ve got your attention, we want you to think about if it is possible that at some point in your life you have bullied another person at school or work without setting out to be destructive.

Bullying usually happens in front of an audience. This could be in front of a large crowd gathered in the school playground or just a couple of friends in a group chat.

Bullying behaviour in the community can have serious and lasting consequences for individuals and the community as a whole. It is important to address and prevent any bullying to create a safe and inclusive environment. It is essential to create an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and safe.