Adults need to understand that bullying is not a part of life or a part of growing up.

There are a few key things that you should expect from adults.

• Adults have a duty to assist you - they are the adults and you are the child/young person.
• You should expect teachers, police officers, parents, carers, youth workers and social workers to help and support you.
• You should be able to ask and expect them to calmly listen when you tell them you are being bullied.
• Adults must take it seriously. Bullying doesn’t toughen you up. If an adult tells you to hit the bully back, this is wrong. It won't help or keep you safe.
• They need to believe you when you are telling the truth and take it seriously.
• They should understand that telling them you are being bullied is a very hard thing for you to do and they should respect your courage.