Every May 2 the International day against bullyinga date that seeks to sensitize society about the dangers and consequences of bullying in schools. This day is not only a reminder of the problems facing many students, but also a call for attention to governments, educational institutions and communities to reinforce the fight against harassment.
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Organizations that fight against bullying agree that there is still much to do to eradicate this problemwhich affects millions of young people globally. In this sense, associations have demanded more information and resources to effectively address bullying.
The global impact of bullying
According to the UNESCObullying remains one of the most serious ways of violence against children and adolescents. The international organization emphasizes that it is not just a phenomenon that affects the victims directly, but has long -term repercussions on the emotional, psychological and academic well -being of the students. In fact, lYou affected by bullying usually experience low school yields, psychological disorders and a greater risk of depression.
Worldwide, statistics on bullying are alarming. A UNESCO report revealed that more than a third of the students between 13 and 15 years experience some form of school violence, which reflects the magnitude of this problem.
Association demands: more resources and protection
The associations that work in the prevention of bullying have asked the authorities not only to increase the resources for educational programs on coexistence and respect, but also that they implement stricter public policies to guarantee the safety of students inside and outside the classroom. In addition, they have highlighted The need to improve the training of teachers so that they can identify the harassment signals early and act effectively.
According to reports from various entities such as UNESCO and WHO, current measures are still insufficient to stop the increase in bullying cases. Associations believe that the role of parents and the community is also essential to create an environment of support and protection for victims.
A message of hope: the importance of awareness
The International Day Against Hardship not only has a claim, but also It is an opportunity to remind bullying victims who are not alone. With the increase in awareness on the issue and collaboration of institutions, young people are expected to grow in safer environments, where respect and empathy are the norm and not the exception.
Despite the challenges, more and more initiatives are globally, seek to transform school culture and eradicate harassment. In this context, the joint work between educational institutions, authorities and civil society organizations will be key to achieving real change.
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