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How Should I Handle Bullying and Harrassment?

• Remember: bullying and harassment don’t happen because you deserve it! It's okay to feel scared when you're threatened, and it's okay to feel sad or angry about being picked on by a bully—but don't blame yourself.
   
• Write down what happened; keep a journal of events/incidents.
  
• Get support from your friends—but don't gather them together for a fight or to get revenge!
  
• Tell the person who is bullying or harassing you to stop—if you feel safe doing so.
  
• Bring a friend or stay in your group and avoid being alone in situations where you might be targeted by the bully.
  
• If you see someone else being bullied, support the victim, not the bully. If you feel safe doing so, tell the bully to stop (this actually works a lot of the time!).
  
• Tell your parents or another adult you trust so they can support you. If you don't get help the support you need, tell someone else.
  
• If the bullying or harassment doesn’t stop, keep telling until you get help.
  
• Learn about your school or club harassment policy. If there is one, ask that it be followed. If there isn't one, ask why there isn't, or get a supportive adult to ask why there isn't.
  
• Make a formal complaint to the principal, the organization's leader, or someone else in authority.
  
• Ask what will happen to resolve your complaint.
  
• If you feel scared, angry or confused at any time—even after it's over—ask for counseling or other support.