Launch of Anti-Bullying Week - Visit by Translink's Safety Bus at Lagan College

Almost 700 primary, post primary and special schools across Northern Ireland are marking the week with a range of events and initiatives. Poster displays, themed assemblies, lesson activities and circle time exercises are just some of the activities taking place to engage pupils in understanding their role and responsibility in tackling bullying.

Now in its fifth year, Anti-Bullying Week is co-ordinated by the Northern Ireland Anti-Bullying Forum (NIABF), an interagency group hosted by Save the Children, and supported by Translink and Cool FM. It provides an opportunity for schools to reinforce their anti-bullying policy and practices to teachers, ancillary staff, children and parents. Children's and young people's participation is especially critical in ensuring anti-bullying strategies are effective.