Stand Up Against Bullying

Stand Up Against Bullying
Posted by fancymeny on 06 Jan, 2014 12:47
BULLY

bul·ly (ˈbo͝olē) verb
gerund or present participle: bullying

1.use superior strength or influence to intimidate (someone), typically to force him or her to do what one wants.
"a local man was bullied into helping them"
synonyms: persecute, oppress, tyrannize, browbeat, harass, torment, intimidate, strong-arm, dominate; informal push around, bullyrag
"the others bully him"
coerce, pressure, pressurize, press, push;
force, compel;
badger, goad, prod, browbeat, intimidate, dragoon, strong-arm;
informal bull doze, railroad, lean on
"she was bullied into helping"

If you, a loved one or someone you know is being bullied, please know that there is help. Talk with someone. I have enclosed a few links of resources and welcome any assistance to help fight against bullying.

http://www.pacerkidsagainstbullying.org/#/home

http://www.antibullyingleadershipnetwork.org/

http://www.stopbullying.gov/

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Posted by fancymeny on 08 Jan, 2014 08:51
Elizabeth Ann Velásquez, known as Lizzie Velásquez is a woman whose extremely rare medical condition and overcoming bullying, has led her to become an author and motivational speaker. Here's her story:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c62Aqdlzvqk

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Posted by Emma on 08 Jan, 2014 11:51
Good thread, fancy. Online bullying in particular has taken a toll in life and it's only getting worse. We are definitely going to hit rock bottom before we realize what's truly wrong with us.

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Posted by fancymeny on 21 Feb, 2014 19:53
"Paper Rose" (an anti-bullying film)
13-year-old filmmaker, Olivia Mazzucato, presents a story of friendship and hope, encouraging teens to stand together in the face of bullying.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NE-r5PxYJh8