#KindOnline

#KindOnline

- responding to cyberbullying with kindness

Cyberbullying is affecting millions of children, young people and adults everyday - but what if more of us would respond to it with kindness? Learn more about recognising cyberbullying and tips&tricks for how you can react when you encounter a bullying situation online. Let's be #KindOnline and explore!

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Introduction

Test what you have learned

#KindOnline is when...

What to do when you see someone being bullied online

What do to when you experience cyberbullying

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FACTS

INTRODUCTION

#KindOnline is part of the #AlwaysON For Youth project, a Strategic Partnership co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union.

What is #KindOnline?

#KindOnline is a virtual tool that aims to offer interactive recommendations for young people on how to react when they encounter bullying situations online. Using gamified elements you can test your knowledge through a short quiz, discover tips&tricks for various cyberbullying situations, as well as ideas for being kind online.

Who is it for?

#KindOnline can be used directly by any young person or adult or as a tool by educators and youth workers in their own activities online or offline which relate to cyberbullying.

CYBERBULLYING FACTS

25%

of parents worldwide know a young person who has been cyberbullied.

>60%

of young people have witnessed cyberbullying. Most do not intervene.

1 in 10

of young people will inform a parent or trusted adult about the bullying case

75%

of people worldwide feel that cyberbullying should be given more attention by parents and schools

Main Reasons for Cyberbullying

Appearance (61%), Intelligence (25%), Race (17%), Sexual orientation (15%). LGBT youth are 50% more at risk of being cyberbullied. Source: ThriveMyWay USA

1 in 5 young people skip school because of cyberbullying

And 33% report having experienced cyberbullying.

All in a report published by UNICEF in 2019. The pandemic has most probably worsened these numbers.

Source: Reuters

Source: SafetyNet Report, The Children's Society (2019)

Source: National Crime Prevention Council USA (2019)

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WHAT WOULD A #KINDONLINE PERSON DO?

What do you think is the kindest way to respond to these situations? Find out!

QUIZ

question 1/5

You watch a TikTok video and you notice that somebody is commenting on the appearance of the person who shared the video, calling them "fat".

You continue scrolling to the next video

You post a mean comment and laugh about it

You post an encouraging comment and support others who did the same

YAY!

QUIZ

Explanation:

That is indeed a kind way to react in such a situation! When you notice a cyberbullying situation don't just pass by and ignore it, be there for those who were harmed.

question 2/5

You play a video game online in a group with people you do not know. At one point you make a mistake and the whole group has to start again. One of the group members starts insulting you in the chat.

You attack them back and insult them as well

You ignore the bully, report and/or block them

You quit the game and take it personally

QUIZ

YAY!

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Explanation:

That is indeed the easiest way to react in such a situation. Be the bigger person and ignore such behaviour, while also making sure you report them for abusive behaviour through the in-game system and then block them. And then never let it affect you emotionally.

QUESTION 3/5

You are in a bus with your colleagues and you notice that one of them takes an embarassing photo of another colleague while they are sleeping, sharing it on the joint WhatsApp group. Almost everybody starts laughing, but the affected colleague feels very bad.

You comment on the WhatsApp group defending the affected colleague and go to offer them emotional support

You join in and

laugh as well

You choose to do nothing out of fear of also being embarassed

QUIZ

YAY!

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Explanation:

That is indeed a small step through which you can stop such future behaviour! Make sure you give the required space to the affected colleague, making yourself available to be there to help, but without pushing it. Also make sure you respond in a kind way on the WhatsApp group and not insult your colleagues, triggering a conflict cycle.

QUESTION 4/5

You notice that one of your friends is regularly bullying other colleagues online. When you asked about it, they said they're just having some fun and they're not doing any real harm as it's just online messaging after all. What do you do?

You think it is not your business and that there is nothing you can do

You try to confront and explain to your friend the consequences of their actions

You join in and bully your colleagues together

QUIZ

YAY!

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Explanation:

Maybe your friend is not aware that they are actually harming others, so it can be good to confront them and have a serious conversation about it. You can also try asking them how would they feel if somebody else would be doing that to them. If your friend keeps bullying others, maybe you can reconsider your friendship with them.

QUESTION 5/5

You share something on social media and a person you know writes a very aggressive comment on a social issue, accussing you of being an extremist because of your opinions.

You block your friend and never talk to them again

QUIZ

You start a personal chat or call the person to find out their perspective and to share with them your own

You ignore them and report / delete their comment

You accuse them back of having extremist views as well

YAY!

QUIZ

Explanation:

At least you're trying! If it works, maybe you will discover that you both have a point and the truth is somewhere in the middle. If it doesn't, you don't have to agree and you can agree to respect each other's opinions in the future without insults. If nothing works, then indeed maybe you should block them and not invest time and energy in this direction.

YAY!

QUIZ

Explanation:

Sometimes it can be best to simply not invest any energy in such an event. Make sure you delete or report the comment if it is offensive and then you can move on. If the person keeps commenting, you can block them and report their profile as well.

Oooops!

Maybe that is not the best way to react in this situation? Go back and see if there is any other solution to respond in a kinder way!

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Oooops!

Maybe that is not the best way to react in this situation. Never take such an attack personally, it has nothing to do with you as a person. Always remember that it is just a game at the end of the day, where you are supposed to have fun. Block and report anyone who stands in your way and do not fuel their anger.

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CONGRATULATIONS!

We hope you got a bit of inspiration and know better how to react in a kind way when you encounter cyberbullying. Go back and discover the other sections!

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From among all the statements you discover,

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You can drag the light to search through the darkness

Bullying the bully is a good idea to take revenge

Being #KindOnline is actually not useful

Suspending your social media or gaming presence is the best way to avoid bullying

Ignoring, reporting and blocking bullies is usually one of the best methods of responding to cyberbullying

CLICK ONLY ON THE CORRECT STATEMENT 2/3

You can drag the light to search through the darkness

Creating an online drama out of a cyberbullying situation is a great idea

It's best to not do anything when you see someone being bullied (why disturb your own peace?)

Who cares if others are being cyberbullied as long as I'm safe?

Offering support to someone who has been bullied can be a great way to help

Laughing along when you see someone being bullied is and can actually feel good

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CLICK ONLY ON THE CORRECT STATEMENT 3/3

You can drag the light to search through the darkness

After seeing an online article which gets me angry I should immediately post something against those who made me angry

When I read an alarming news article I should share it straight away with others to let them know of the danger

When I post on social media I should only care about my immediate instincts and emotions. I just post whatever I feel, however I feel.

Taking a moment to reflect of how my social media post can benefit or harm others can be a good way towards a healthier online environment

Laughing at unknown people online and commenting about them is just a great way to spend time online

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