bullying Archives

Stop Kids From Throwing Stones – Emergency Action to Protect Kids From Bullying

by Irene van der Zande, Kidpower Founder and Executive Director | Dec 15, 2011

Tell kids when their words or actions can be hurtful. Coach them to practice saying something respectful and doing something safer instead.

Make SURE Kids Know You Care – Take Emergency Action to Protect Kids From Bullying

by Irene van der Zande, Kidpower Founder and Executive Director | Dec 8, 2011

Bullying is an ongoing emergency, and emergencies require urgent action. Each week, Kidpower will be featuring an Emergency Action you can take to help protect the young people in your life from bullying.

Keep Your Radar On – Take Emergency Action to Protect Kids From Bullying

by Irene van der Zande, Kidpower Founder and Executive Director | Dec 8, 2011

The next Bullying Emergency Action to take is to: KEEP YOUR RADAR ON!

“No Tattling” Kills 10-Year-Old Girl

by Irene van der Zande, Kidpower Founder and Executive Director | Nov 17, 2011

After being told by three teachers not to tattle, 10 year old Ashlynn Connor committed suicide because she felt miserable and hopeless about the bullying and incessant teasing that happened at her school. Let’s honor her memory – and the memory of all the young people who tragically decided to end their lives – by doing everything in our power to make sure that cruel behavior is stopped and that children have safe places to talk about their problems and get help.

Bullying Can Become an Opportunity to Grow

by Irene van der Zande, Kidpower Founder and Executive Director | Oct 30, 2010

Bullying can lead to great growth – as well as causing big problems. With clear boundaries, better skills, and strong support, everyone involved can learn what to do, as well as what to not do.