Membership of the Welsh Anti-Bullying Network

Children in Wales is a member of the Welsh Anti Bullying Network which is facilitated by Welsh Assembly Government.

The network was set up in May 2005, and has representatives from a range of organisations including:

• NSPCC
• NCH
• Barnardo’s
• Stonewall Cymru
• The office of the Childrens Commissioner
• UWIC Countering Bullying Unit
• ChildLine.

The aims of the group include

• To raise the profile of bullying and its effects.
• To identify and highlight those groups most at risk
• To ensure that all young people can participate in and benefit from the group’s development
• To coordinate a strategic anti bullying approach across Wales.
• To share best practice within the groups, and with schools, parents, and young people.
• To look broadly at the problems in schools and the wider community.

Respecting Others: Anti Bullying Guidance, Welsh Assembly Government Guidance (2003)

Evaluation of Anti-Bullying Policies in Schools in Wales Final Report by Cardiff University (2006)