How to ask your friend if they are okay – use the script to help students start a conversation.
What to do if someone is being bullied – learn how to support a friend who needs help.
Bullying No Way: National Week of Action
Bullying No Way: National Week of Action is a bullying prevention initiative that brings schools and communities together to help prevent bullying and violence.
Bullying No Way Week runs from 17 to 21 August 2026. The week brings schools together to help prevent bullying and violence.
This year's theme is Small Acts. Big Impact. The theme reminds us that small actions can make a big difference. Actions such as including others, speaking up and showing kindness help create safe and welcoming places where everyone feels valued.
Each year, thousands of schools across Australia take part. Early childhood providers, community groups, sporting clubs and families also play an important role in helping young people feel connected and supported.
Register as a school or supporter and take a stand against bullying. Once registered, you will receive a toolkit with lesson plans, activities, event materials and social media content to support your participation.
Parents, teachers, students and community members can all get involved. If you or someone you know is being bullied and needs support, visit the Access support services page.
What is bullying?
Bullying is behaviour that is intended to cause harm. It usually involves a misuse of power and happens more than once. Bullying can be verbal, physical or social. It can happen in person or online and may be carried out by an individual or a group.
Bullying can be difficult for the person being targeted to stop. It can affect their safety, wellbeing and ability to learn.
Cyberbullying is bullying that happens online using technology such as the internet, social media, online games or mobile devices.
Resources
- The NSW Anti-Bullying Framework helps schools align their policies and procedures with actions that are backed by evidence.
- You can visit the Anti-bullying webpage and the Universal Resources Hub - Anti-bullying collection (staff only) for resources to help schools prevent and respond to bullying.
- The department's Universal Resources Hub - Disability Inclusion (staff only) provides resources to help students with disability and additional learning and support needs understand bullying and cyberbullying.
- If you or someone you know is being bullied and needs support, visit the Access support services page.
2026 eSafety Commissioner live virtual classrooms
The eSafety Commissioner is offering free live virtual classrooms for primary school students during Bullying No Way Week 2026.
These sessions help students stay safe online, build positive online relationships and respond to cyberbullying.
Available sessions include:
Years 3-4
Years 5-6
Schools can register directly with the eSafety Commissioner. Visit the eSafety website for session dates and registration information.
Primary schools
Secondary schools
What is cyberbullying and how to get students to respond positively
How to ask your friend if they are okay – use the script to help students start a conversation.
What to do when someone is being bullied - learn how to get help and support others.
When you are being bullied – learn how to ask for help.
The eSafety Commissioner offers free professional learning for teachers and other staff who work with young people. These programs help educators teach online safety and support student wellbeing.
Professional learning options include:
NESA-accredited webinars
other webinars (not accredited)
staff meeting series
online modules for lower primary teachers
More support and teaching resources are available at Classroom resources | eSafety Commissioner.
Downloadable parent resources are available to help you talk to your child about online safety. Resources include videos, books, information sheets, audio files, family technology agreements and activities.
Parental controls video – helps with device management and online safety.
Online sexual harassment and image-based abuse video – helps you support your child and respond to harmful online behaviours.
Cyberbullying and online drama video – helps you support your child if they experience cyberbullying.
Cybermarvel resource
The department's Cybermarvel online safety awareness program includes resources for teachers. Some resources help schools address cyberbullying.
Educators can use these resources to support their students.
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08/07/2026
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