Agree to work together with others to stop bullying in all communities you belong to.
Bullying is defined as intentionally aggressive behavior that can take many forms (verbal, physical, social/relational/emotional, or cyber bullying— or any combination of these); it involves an imbalance of power, and is often repeated over a period of time. The bullying can consist of one person bullying another, a group of people ganging up against one lone person, or one group of people targeting another group.
Common behaviors attributed to bullying include put-downs, name calling, rumors, gossip, verbal threats, menacing, harassment, intimidation, social isolation or exclusion, and physical assaults.
Affirm you believe that no one deserves to be bullied and that every persont regardless of race, color, religion, nationality, size, gender, sexual orientation, political or other opinions, popularity, athletic, academic, or social ability, or intelligence has the right to feel safe, secure, and respected.
Also agree to:
Treat others with kindness and respect.
Not engage in verbal, relational, or physical bullying or cyber bullying.
Be aware of the communities’ anti-bullying policies and procedures.
Abide by the communities’ anti-bullying policies and procedures.
Support persons who have been victimized by bullies.
Speak out against verbal, relational, and physical bullying and cyber bullying.
Notify administrators or other appropriate parties when bullying does occur.
Be a good role model for other people.
