19/09/2026
Silence does not mean a child is unaffected. Sometimes, it means they are still waiting for someone safe enough to listen.
Students may remain silent about bullying because they fear retaliation, rejection, blame or not being believed.
When a child finally speaks, our first response should not be, “Why didn’t you fight back?”
It should be: “Thank you for telling me. This is not your fault, and you do not have to face it alone.”
Let us listen, believe and take action because every child deserves to feel safe, respected and supported.