Prejudice and institutionalized oppression are at the root of a great deal of bullying, abuse, assaults, and other violence. Through greater knowledge and skills, we can protect children and teens from the harm done by these destructive beliefs – and can help prepare them to protect themselves.
At Kidpower, we encourage people of all ages, all sexual orientations, and all gender identities to be proud of who they are, to respect others — and to keep these seven “People Safety” strategies in mind so that they can find a good balance between justice and safety.
LGBTQ+ celebrations remind us to feel PRIDE in the ways each of us are different as we work together to make our world a safer and kinder place for everyone.
Excerpt: Like countless others, I have been deeply troubled by the news stories about boys and men of color who have been humiliated, harmed, or tragically killed by law enforcement officials in situations where it is hard to believe the same thing would have happened if they had been white. As these cases add up in the public awareness and our legal system fails to address them in ways that seem fair, it is not surprising that the frustration, fear, and grief about the lack of racial justice in the United States have once again erupted into outrage and widespread protests.
No matter who you are and who “they” are, looking at people through a lens of fear alters perceptions in ways that makes dangerous reactions more likely. Here are some actions we can take to help create the better understanding needed if we are to have greater justice and more safety in our society.
The Bystander Effect occurs when people notice an unsafe situation and react in ways that are useless or harmful. Most of the time, even just one person taking leadership can overcome the Bystander Effect. Learn how to overcome the bystander effect by practicing safety skills to ensure the safety of your community.
Learn about the statistical findings on violence against young people.
FAQ about Kidpower, a global nonprofit leader dedicated to providing effective and empowering child protection, positive communication, and personal safety skills for all ages and abilities since 1989.
7 commonly asked questions we get at Kidpower about Bullying — with our answers and resources about how to teach skills and strategies for dealing with bullying behaviors and creating cultures of safety, respect, and kindness.
Our affordable safety comics, teaching books, handbooks, and program manuals prepare readers to bring Kidpower’s “People Safety” knowledge and skills into their daily lives.
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