Mind Matters Youth Resource Hub
Bullying, Harassment and Discrimination
Recognize harmful behaviour, preserve evidence and connect with trusted protection and support channels.
You are not responsible for another person's abuse
Bullying and harassment can be verbal, physical, sexual, social or online. Discrimination may target gender, disability, poverty, ethnicity, religion, displacement or another part of a person's identity.
Prioritize safety
- Move toward a safer place or trusted person.
- Do not meet someone alone when threats have been made.
- Preserve messages, screenshots, dates, names and witnesses.
- Report through a trusted school, workplace, safeguarding or legal channel.
- Seek medical attention after physical or sexual violence.
If someone discloses abuse
Listen calmly, believe them, avoid blame and do not force details. Explain that safety concerns may need to be shared with an appropriate adult or professional. Do not publicly identify a survivor.
Find specialist support
The support directory includes child-protection, women's support, legal, medical, counselling and safeguarding services. Contact details should be confirmed directly.