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Addressing Bullying in the Workplace (25:20) If bullying is not appropriately managed, a culture of fear can become endemic in an organization. Fortunately, this negative culture can be turned around by educating staff, laying down clear procedures to report incidents of intimidation, and by the presence of empathetic managers who act quickly to resolve problems. Using dramatized scenes and expert interviews, this program explores strategies to manage and prevent bullying in the workplace, and advises on what to consider when creating anti-bullying policies. A viewable/printable worksheet is available online.
A Brave Heart From the producers of the most viewed TEDWomen event of 2013 comes "A Brave Heart: The Lizzie Velasquez Story, is a documentary following the inspiring journey of 26 year old, 58 pound Lizzie from cyber-bullying victim to anti-bullying activist. The film chronicles unheard stories and details of Lizzie's physical and emotional journey up to her multi- million viewed TEDx talk, and follows her pursuit from a motivational speaker to Capitol Hill as she lobbies for the first federal anti- bullying bill.
Bullied The film Bullied is a work that traces bullying and the effects of bullying, but also the methods and programs that have proven efficacious in reducing bullying in schools. From those people who live with the scars of having been bullied to those families who now grieve the loss of their child to suicide in the wake of brutal acts of bullying, the film examines the reasons why people bully and the fallout that occurs from that bullying.
Bullying and Suicide: Think About It (18:24) Bullying is not “just a rite of passage.” In actuality, says the National Crime Prevention Council, it’s a leading factor in suicide among kids 11 to 16 years of age. And although bullying is only one of a number of suicide-related risk factors impacting tweens and teens, the fact that the term “bullycide” has entered the lexicon is a telling sign of how closely linked bullying and suicide are perceived to be.
Cancel Culture Is Toxic (01:04:04) "Cancel Culture"—the effort to ostracize someone for comments or actions deemed offensive—has grown more pervasive in recent years. With the rise of Twitter and other social media platforms, people can quickly publicize such comments or actions and urge others to shun, or "cancel," them. Canceling can have serious repercussions, resulting in the loss of cultural cache, political clout, and even a job or career. Critics of cancel culture argue that it empowers digital mobs to police people's speech, invade their rights, and even endanger their physical safety. Cancel culture, they charge, erodes public discourse, inhibits free expression, and promotes censorship of unpopular ideas. Defenders of cancel culture dismiss these concerns, arguing that holding people to account for offensive—and often racist or sexist—comments is thoroughly appropriate. Such accountability can bring attention to prejudice and bigotry, they charge, and help break down ingrained systems of injustice, particularly on behalf of populations that have historically been discriminated against and exploited. Is cancel culture beneficial or is it toxic?
Cyberbullied This documentary focuses on middle and high school students and tackles the effects of Cyberbullying, ranging from homophobia to self-harm. In the face of fear, ignorance and the threat of cyberbullying as a national epidemic, this film offers hope and compassion to students, parents and educators.
Hear Me Now: The Bullied Have a Voice (51:00) “Hear Me Now” is a stylish and poignant documentary featuring compelling stories from dozens who have been affected by bullying in schools and continue to be affected, giving viewers a candid look inside the world of bullying and the inspiration to find hope amid the darkness. Hear Me Now” strives to become the quintessential anti school bullying documentary to change and save the lives of those who have experienced bullying. It encourages reassurance that there is a light at the end of the tunnel, and that those experiencing bullying are not alone.
Series: ABC's of Bullying Prevention: A Comprehensive Schoolwide Approach K-8 ABC's of Bullying Prevention: A Comprehensive Schoolwide Approach K-8 is a four-part series. 4-part series, 30-42 minutes each.
Series: Taking a Stand: The Bullying Prevention Series This three-part series helps students and teachers identify bullying activity, confront the instigators of it, and assist the victims—with the ultimate goal of preventing bullying in all its forms. Behavior and tactics specific to boy bullies, girl bullies, and cyberbullies are discussed at length in each of the respective videos, addressing the complexity of the issues with dramatized scenarios and peer discussions. Includes a 15-minute bonus video, A Teacher’s Guide to Bullying Prevention, that will help educators implement the overall program. Viewable/printable instructor’s guides are also available online. 3-part series, 18-20 minutes each.
Tackling Bullying Behaviors: Nonpunitive Approaches (26:05) Bullying is an age-old problem that has been addressed in various ways over the years. This program offers detailed information on the principles of nonpunitive approaches to bullying, how to carry them out, and their advantages and disadvantages. The “No Blame Approach," the “Shared Concern Method,” and “Restorative Justice” are all discussed, along with the role of parents and when punitive methods might be used. A viewable/printable worksheet is available online
Trolls: We're Coming to Get You Series (4 Episodes) An expert team of troll trackers set out to help victims of cyberstalking. In this series, they meet celebrities whose lives have been made hell by cowardly cyberbullies. Using the latest surveillance technology, the team will trace and track down the trolls hiding behind their computers – before carrying out a dramatic face-to-face confrontation. It’s time for answers. Trolls, watch out, we’re coming to get you…