~ in loving memory
I’m very happy today to see the Federal Government announce a national anti-bullying strategy. The strategy allows for young people to take a leadership role in not only identifying and combating bullying but also in supporting victims. Something that has always bothered me and Rehtaeh’s mother was the lack of support from other kids. KidsRead more about “Doing nothing leads to the death of children.”[…]
The Canadian Centre for Child Protection is a charitable organization dedicated to the personal safety of all children. Their goal is to reduce child victimization by providing programs and services to Canadians. The Centre was established in April 1985 as Child Find Manitoba following the disappearance and murder of 13-year-old Candace Derksen. Candace’s mother, Wilma,Read more about Canadian Centre for Child Protection[…]
More than 43 percent of children today have been a victim of cyberbullying attacks online. According to DoSomething.org, one out of every four children have been a victim more than once. These sad but true statistics show that unfortunately, cyberbullying is a part of the world today and it’s a problem that parents, school administrators,Read more about Cyberbullying: How To Deal With An Escalating Trend[…]
I heard Adam’s story driving home today. He was the topic on a local news radio station. They were interviewing anti-bullying activist Greg Daborn from New Brunswick. Adam’s story is heartbreaking and I wish his family all the best in this struggle and hope he finds the strength to overcome this crime that is beingRead more about Adam’s Story[…]
During our meeting on Tuesday with Prime Minister Harper he mentioned his wife Laureens work with Need Help Now. The web site offers tips and resources for combating online exploitation. “You never want to put anything down that can hurt you but they do because they’re kids and it happens,” Harper said in an interviewRead more about NeedHelpNow.ca[…]