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Why do people bully?
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This is a safe space just for kids like you. If someone is mean to you at school, online or anywhere else. We're here to help.
What is this page for?
If someone is being mean to you at school, online, or anywhere else, we’re here to help.
Find out:
- What bullying is
- How to talk to grown-ups about it
- Ways to feel brave and strong
What is bullying?
Bullying is when someone keeps being mean on purpose.
It can happen at school, online or anywhere you spend time with other people. Bullying isn't a one-time thing - it happens again and again, and it can make you feel:
- Sad
- Scared
- Left out
What does bullying look like?
- Physical bullying: hitting, pushing, or damaging your stuff
- Verbal bullying: name calling, teasing, or saying mean things
- Social bullying: leaving someone out, spreading rumours or embarrassing someone in front of people
- Online bullying (cyberbullying): mean messages posts or pictures on games and chats.
How does it feel to be bullied?
- Feeling sad, worried, or scared about going to school or when playing games online
- If you are being left out or ignored by friends
- It can make you feel lonely
If you are being bullied, it's not your fault. Everyone deserves to feel safe and respected. If something keeps happening and makes you feel sad or scared - it's not okay.
Tell someone you trust, like:
- Your parent or carer
- A teacher
Find out more about bullying
What do I do if someone is bullying me?
When someone is mean or unkind, it can make you feel sad, angry or confused. You might wonder why they are doing it, or if it's your fault.
But remember, it is never your fault when someone chooses to be unkind.
You Are Not Alone
How to Tell Your Parent, Carer or Teacher
Talking to a grown-up can feel hard, but they want to help you. Here’s how you can start:
- “I need to tell you something that’s been bothering me.”
- “Someone at school is being mean, and I don’t know what to do.”
- “Can we talk about something that’s making me feel sad?”
You can write it down, draw a picture, or ask to talk when you feel ready.
Quick tips on what to do
Walk away if you can
Move away from the person or go somewhere you feel safe.
Tell a teacher or adult you trust
This could be a teacher, parent, carer or another adult.
Stay close to friends who make you feel safe
Being with friends can make you feel safer and happier. You shouldn't try and deal with this alone.
Don't fight back, you're brave just by speaking up
It's not your job to fix bullying. Speaking up and asking for help shows courage.
If someone is mean online show a grown up
Don't reply to messages or comments, show a trusted adult so they can help.
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Who can help right now
You don’t have to go through this alone. Get help right away from people who are here to listen, guide and help you whenever you need it. On the phone or online - whatever way you choose.
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Dolly's Dream - Bullying Support Line
In partnership with Kids Helpline, Dolly’s Dream provides free, confidential bullying support with qualified counsellors by phone or online, available 24/7.
eSafety Commissioner
The eSafety Commissioner helps Australians deal with online abuse. eSafety can help to remove bullying content and get you support.
headspace
headspace provides free online and telephone counselling to young people aged 12 to 25, as well as to their families and friends from 9am to 1am, seven days a week.
Online Safety Zone
Being online can be great, you can play games, talk to friends and explore new things! But sometimes things online can feel confusing or unkind.
Here you’ll find tips to help you stay safe and know what to do if something doesn’t feel right.
What is cyberbullying?
Cyberbullying is when someone uses the internet to be mean to you so you feel bad or upset.
It can happen on:
- social media
- online games
- apps
- or any other online or electronic service or platform.
It can include:
- posts
- comments
- texts, emails or chats
- livestreams
- memes
- images
- video
Here’s some examples of the ways the internet can be used to make someone feel bad or upset:
- Sending hurtful messages about them.
- Sharing embarrassing photos or videos of them.
- Spreading nasty online gossip about them.
- Leaving them out online.
How to help a friend
If your friend is being bullied, they might feel sad, scared, or lonely.
You don’t have to fix everything — just being a kind friend really helps.
Here’s how you can support them.
Our top tips
Remember: Bullying is never okay. You are a good friend for caring. Asking for help is a brave thing to do
You don’t have to do this alone. There are always grown-ups who want to help
Listen first
Let your friend talk. You don’t need to interrupt or give advice. Just listening shows you care.
Be Kind and stay close
Sit with them, play with them, or check in. Little things can make a big difference.
Tell an adult you trust
This could be a teacher, parent, carer, or coach. You’re not dobbing — you’re helping keep your friend safe.
Don't join in
Don’t laugh, share mean messages, or pass things on. Even staying quiet can help stop bullying.
Get help if they're upset or unsafe
If your friend seems really sad, scared, or hurt, tell an adult straight away.
Find out how you can help a friend
How to feel better
It’s okay to feel upset. Here are some things that might help.
Our top tips:
- Talk to someone you trust
- Do something you love (draw, play, read)
- Spend time with kind friends or family.
Remember: You are important, and you deserve to feel safe. You're part of a big team of kids and families who believe in kindness.
You Are Brave. You Are Kind. You Are Not Alone.