Prevention and combating cyber bullying and internet violence among youth

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Prevention and combating cyber bullying and internet violence among youth– manual for youth workers –Workshop 10: Breaking the silence and getting helpDuration of the workshop: 45 minutesMaterials needed: Flipchart paper, tape, markers, copies of a list of local resources forreferralAimTo discuss the culture of silence that exists in relation to violence in online world, in familiesand relationships and to reflect on what young people can do when they or someone they knoware abused and/or victims of violence.Guide for facilitatorNote for facilitatorAs with the other activities on violence, it is important to research existing support options inthe community to refer participants to in the event they are experiencing violence. The listshould include hospitals, clinics, social workers, psychologists, support groups that dealspecifically with the issue of gender-based, cyber bullying, domestic violence, and any otheravailable resources. If possible, create a handout listing these resources to distribute to allparticipants at the end of the activity. During the activity, pay close attention to reactions of theparticipants to assess whether anyone might need special attention due to the subject matter.Step by step guideReview with the participants some of the warning signs that someone might be in arelationship that is violent, or potentially violent, warning signs that someone is bullied onlineor bullied and victim of violence based on their look, attitude, behaviour etc. You can writedown some of the answers on flipchart table.Ask the participants to imagine an individual who is experiencing violence online andthinking about talking to someone about it. Tell them to think about the doubts or concerns thisperson might have about “breaking the silence.” Ask them to imagine the challenges of reachingout and supporting someone who is experiencing violence. Tell them to think about the doubtsor concerns that a person might have in reaching out and supporting a person, be it a friend,family member, co-worker, or neighbour.Open up a discussion using questions below.46
DiscussionPrevention and combating cyber bullying and internet violence among youth– manual for youth workers –1. Why at times do young people not want to speak about the violence in their lives?2. Is it considered acceptable for a girl to leave her abusive partner? Is it easy? What aboutboy who has abusive female partner? What do you think about same sex relationshipsand violence in them?3. Why would someone remain in an abusive relationship? Are these reasons different foryoung women and adult women?4. In general, when you are violent or when you suffer violence (cyber bullying andviolence in real life), do you talk about it? Do you report it?5. Do you talk about how you feel if you are victim of violence? If you do not, why not?6. How does it feel to know that a friend or someone you know is suffering from violence?7. How can you bring up violence if you are worried about a friend?8. How can you support a friend who has suffered from violence or aggression?9. What have you learned in this activity? Have you learned anything that can be appliedin your own life and relationships?Following the discussion, ask the group to name all of the community resources that they areaware of, which could be helpful for someone who is a victim of violence. You can ask thequestion: “If you think your friend is a victim of cyber bullying or violence in real life, who orwhere would you suggest she/he turn to for help?”As participants offer names of resources, write them on the flipchart paper. The facilitatorshould also mention any additional places where young people can go for help and distributethe handout listing these resources.ConclusionIt can be very difficult for young person who suffer violence (either online or in real world) tospeak out and seek help. Various factors influence a victim’s response to violence. It isimportant not to judge people who do not report violence, but to think about how you cansupport them, to understand the consequences of violence and the importance of creatingcommunities where people can live their lives free of violence.47
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