As cyberbullying is a very immense problem, there are many organizations and programs that specialize in preventing cyberbulling and its long term effects. Most programs will provide all the much needed help and reasources to guide an individual to prevent or stop current cyberbully activity. One should always consider looking into these programs/sites if they ever find themselves in a situation where cyberbullying can be prevent or where cyberbullying is takeing place to stop it.
Where to get Help From:
STOMP Out Bullying
ADL: Bullying & Cyberbullying Prevention
StopBullying.gov is a great example of an anti-cyberbulying program. The site provides many resources regarding training in cyberbullying prevention, state laws and policies, what kids and what schools can do in the prevention of cyberbullying[1]. The site also provides statistics for anti-cyberbullying methods, showing which ones are more effective than others. The site even has a "Get Help Now" section for when everyhting else has been done and a last resort needs to be taken. A full Spanish transaltion and a blog are also included for extra information.
STOMP Out Bullying™ is the leading national nonprofit dedicated to changing the culture for all students[2]. Like the other sites featured on this page, STOMP Out Bullying works to reduce and prevent bullying, cyberbullying and other digital abuse. The page also educates against racism, homophobia, and other forms of hatred. The site teaches effective solutions on how to respond to all forms of bullying, as well as educating kids and teens in school and online. It provides help for those in need and at risk of suicides. STOMP Out Bullying even helps raise the awareness through the use of social media campaigns.
Building respect is a starting point for all of ADL’s work[3]. ADL’s A World of Difference® Institute is their solution to preventing all forms of bullying. The comprehensive anti-bullying and anti-cyberbullying initiative features school-wide programs, interactive workshops for students and rigorous professional development for educators, counselors and administrators. As stated by the site, the A World of Difference Institute's programs and resources are designed to help participants:
*Recognize bias and the harm it inflicts on individuals and society
*Build understanding of the value and benefits of diversity
*Improve intergroup relations
*Confront racism, anti-Semitism and all other forms of bigotry
More Resources
More resources and programs are are available online such as workshops or guides to preventing cyberbullying, even social media campaigns if they come up.