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Student Safety Guides
1. What Is Cyberbullying?
Cyberbullying is when someone is mean to another person on purpose using a phone, computer, game or social media.
It can be:
- Mean messages or comments
- Teasing in a group chat
- Sharing an embarrassing photo
- Leaving someone out on purpose
Words online can hurt just like words in real life.
Think before you post. Ask yourself:
- Is it kind?
- Is it true?
- Would I say it to their face?
If the answer is no, don’t post it.
2. If It Happens to You
It is not your fault, and you don’t have to fix it alone.
- Don’t reply. Being mean back can make it worse.
- Save the messages. Take screenshots so an adult can see what happened.
- Block the person. This stops them from contacting you.
- Tell a trusted adult. This could be a parent, carer or teacher.
If you need someone to talk to, Kids Helpline is free. Call 1800 551 800
3. Be a Good Friend and Stay Safe
If you see someone being bullied:
- Don’t join in or laugh along.
- Don’t share the mean message or photo.
- Be kind to the person who is being picked on.
- Tell a trusted adult.
If a friend tells you a secret about being bullied:
- Be a good friend and listen.
- Some secrets are too big to keep. Gently ask them to tell an adult.
- If they won’t, you can tell an adult yourself.
Stay safe online:
- Never tell someone you don’t know your address, school name or phone number.
- If a stranger asks for these, stop talking to them and tell an adult.
Everyone can help stop cyberbullying. Be kind, don’t pass on hurtful posts, and speak up.
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