Grains of Good Foundation

Supporting teachers, parents, children, and teenagers in their efforts to overcome bullying

Our program aims to prevent bullying and reduce its consequences by creating a mentally safe atmosphere in educational organizations.

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What is bullying and why is it dangerous?

Bullying is a repeated aggressive behavior that is intentional and involves an imbalance of power. It can take many forms, including physical, verbal, and social actions.

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, approximately 22% of students ages 12-18 in the United States reported being bullied during the 2018-2019 school year.

You should remember that bullying is not a game.

Bullying is violence

Here are some signs of bullying:

Intentional and repeated: bullying is systematic
No reason required: bully enjoys the process itself
Imbalance of power: the victim always feels weaker
It is a group problem: even witnesses are taking part in bullying
Emotional harm: it is fun for the bully but scary, painful and depreciating for the victim
Problem of inaction: bullying can’t be solved like a conflict. It can only be stopped

Consequences of bullying

Low self-esteem
Distorted self image
Social anxiety
Loneliness
Depression
Suicidal thoughts

Bullying affects everyone: the victim, the bully, and the bystanders

For the victim, bullying can cause physical, emotional, and psychological harm. Victims of bullying may also experience social isolation, feelings of fear and guilt.

For the bully, bullying behavior can lead to a range of negative consequences. They learn that violence is acceptable and they may be unable to form healthy relationships in the future. Bullies can also experience academic and legal problems.

Bystanders who witness bullying can also be affected. They may experience feelings of guilt, fear, and helplessness of teachers and school administration.

Bullying affects everyone: the victim, the bully, and the bystanders

For the victim, bullying can cause physical, emotional, and psychological harm. Victims of bullying may also experience social isolation, feelings of fear and guilt.

Bystanders who witness bullying can also be affected. They may experience feelings of guilt, fear, and helplessness of teachers and school administration.

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Ways to help us

Become a volunteer

Help us further our mission: become an ambassador or an intellectual volunteer.

Get in touch

Become a partner

Please contact us if you would like to to support our mission.

Donate

Support our cause with one-time or recurrent payments. Every little grain helps!

Donate