Cyberbullying and kids
Cyberbullying is when someone uses the internet to hurt or upset a child or young person on purpose.
Please find some valuable information provided by the eSafety Commissioner.
eSafety helps prevent and deal with cyberbullying and its impacts. They do this by providing information, education and resources, and by investigating and helping to fix the most serious cases of cyberbullying.
On this page please find the following:
Counselling and support services
If you are experiencing any form of online abuse you do not need to face it alone. Talking to someone makes it easier to decide what to do and deal with the impact.
Crisis support
If you, or someone you care about, is at risk of harm right now call Triple Zero (000).
Suicide/self-harm
If you are having thoughts about suicide or self-harm please call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or the Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467.
Support services near you
Ask IzzyExternal link is a website that connects people with thousands of local services including counselling, domestic and family violence support, and help with housing, meals and money.
Kids Helpline
5 to 25 year olds. All issues. Confidential phone counselling available all day, every day. Online chat available 24/7, 365 days a year.
1800 55 1800
Online chat
Lifeline
All ages. All issues. Phone counselling and online chat available all day, every day.
13 11 14
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1800RESPECT
If you or someone you know is experiencing, or at risk of experiencing domestic, family or sexual violence, you can get support by calling or texting, or visiting the website for online chat and video call services.
1800 737 732 (Call)
0458 737 732 (Text)
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Parentline VIC
Counselling, information and referral service for parents and carers in Victoria.
13 22 89
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3YARN
Confidential, culturally safe crisis support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Available all day, every day.
13 92 76
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Australian Human Rights Commission
Investigates and resolves complaints of discrimination and breaches of human rights, including racism and sexual discrimination. You can make a complaint no matter where you live in Australia. The service is free and impartial.
1300 369 711
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Bullying. No Way!
Information and resources for young people, parents and carers, and schools relating to bullying education and prevention.
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