Research shows that 1 in 2 young people will, at some point experience bullying. As a result, 1 in 3 will self harm, grades will drop and 14% will develop eating disorders. Bullying is a national emergency and continues to undermine the self-esteem, health and potential of millions in the UK.

The theme for Anti-Bullying Week has been announced by the Anti-Bullying Alliance and will promote difference and equality in schools with the tag-line ‘All Different, All Equal’.

The idea is to help children and young people celebrate what makes them, and others, unique and help them understand why it’s important that every child feels included in school able to be themselves without fear of bullying.