Why do I need to know about bullying?

  • Many young people are worried about making new friends at secondary school.
  • Many young people are also worried about being bullied.
  • Bullying is extremely common.
  • Over 80% of students from non-Anglo backgrounds report being bullied.
  • Over 80% of LGBTIQ+ students report being bullied because of their sexuality in Australian schools.
  • First Nations children are also more likely to experience a lack of safety, bullying and discrimination in school than their peers.
  • Children with disabilities, special needs are also at a higher risk of being bullied than their peers.