We Need

CHANGE

NOW

Bullying at an all-time high

38% of Young People said that they had been bullied in the previous couple of months, up 32% in 2021 according to PHW.

Numbers higher than ever

An estimated 1,544,000 children aged 10 to 15 years experienced an in-person bullying behaviour and 847,000 experienced an online bullying behaviour according to ONS.

Making parents aware

Over half of children told their parent or guardian about the bullying they experienced in the last year, however, 18.1% who experienced an online bullying behaviour and 14.7% who experienced an in-person bullying behaviour did not tell anyone.

Mental wellbeing

Bullying can have an impact on a child’s emotional well-being. For the year ending March 2023, 18.3% of children aged 10 to 15 years who had experienced an in-person bullying behaviour and 22.7% of children who had experienced an online bullying behaviour said they were emotionally affected “a lot” by these incidents.

The Right to No Harm

Harm is never okay. Our campaign is dedicated to protecting the right of every person to be free from physical and emotional harm. We're working to raise awareness, promote positive change, and empower individuals to stand up for themselves and others. Join us in building a world where everyone is safe and respected.

The Right to No Bullying

Everyone deserves to belong. Our campaign celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion, working to create communities where everyone feels valued and respected, free from bullying and harassment.

The Right to Friendship

Friendship knows no boundaries. Our campaign celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion, working to create communities where everyone feels welcome and has the opportunity to find meaningful friendships.

The Right to not Worry

Everyone deserves peace of mind. Our campaign champions the right to live without excessive worry, promoting wellbeing, resilience, and mental health for all.

Vibe Check
An All-Wales, No-Bullying Initiative & Campaign

At SARS Cymru, we believe in fostering a kind, respectful, and inclusive environment for all. We understand the profound impact that bullying can have on individuals and communities, and we are committed to making a positive difference. That's why we're proud to introduce our "Vibe Check" campaign.

This initiative is designed to recognise and celebrate the exceptional efforts of schools, colleges, workplaces, universities and more across Wales in creating a culture where bullying is not tolerated. We aim to shine a spotlight on the innovative programs, proactive strategies, and unwavering dedication that these schools demonstrate in their commitment to the well-being of their students.

Award Categories

We will be presenting awards in the following categories:

Overall Excellence in Anti-Bullying Practices: Recognising schools that have implemented comprehensive and effective anti-bullying programs.
Innovation in Bullying Prevention: Celebrating those that have developed creative and unique approaches to preventing bullying.
Leadership in Anti-Bullying Initiatives: Honouring schools and businesses where students and employees take an active role in promoting kindness and respect.
Community Engagement in Bullying Prevention: Acknowledging community efforts that effectively involve parents, families, and the wider community in their anti-bullying efforts.
Business Excellence in Anti-Bullying Practices: Acknowledging Business Prevention Strategies in Anti-Bullying Policies & Procedures. Businesses take a stance on members of the public, employees and contractors on a no-bullying safe-place.

How to Nominate

All can self-nominate or can be nominated by students, parents, community members, including town/community councils. The nomination process will involve submitting a detailed application outlining the school's anti-bullying initiatives, their impact, and evidence of their effectiveness. Our form can be found below.

Judging Process

A panel of experts in education such as teachers, nurses, and professors will read and review anti-bullying practices across the country. The selection criteria will include:

Evidence of a comprehensive approach to bullying prevention.
Demonstrated impact on reducing bullying incidents and fostering a positive climate.
Innovation and creativity in anti-bullying strategies.
Commitment to ongoing evaluation and improvement of anti-bullying efforts.

Awards Ceremony

The winning schools & businesses will be honoured on our website and receive a custom certificate and emblem they can present on their website(s). We hope this will bring together educators, students, parents, and community leaders to celebrate their achievements and share best practices.

Campaign Impact

Through this campaign, we hope to:

Raise awareness about the importance of bullying prevention.
Inspire schools and businesses to implement and strengthen their anti-bullying initiatives, policies and procedures.
Create a network of schools committed to sharing best practices and supporting one another.
Empower students and employees/employers to take a stand against bullying and promote kindness.
Contribute to a safer and more inclusive environment for all children & adults in Wales.

We believe that by working together, we can build bridges of understanding, empathy, and respect, creating a Wales where every child feels safe, valued, and empowered to thrive.

We want to create Safe Havens for anyone to come to when they are being bullied. Fill out the above form and send it in for it to be reviewed. You will be put on the map below, meaning you will be Safe Haven Location.

Safe Haven Map

Wales needs Change

Wales has a Bullying Crisis on its hands and it is clearly being ignored by Safeguarding teams and Local Authorities, including the schools themselves.

My Company is currently developing an Anti-Bullying Programme where we promote Schools, Businesses & workplaces that develop a strict, zero tolerance policy to anti-bullying. This is called "Vibe Check".

Vibe Check