Anti-Bullying Week 2026: Break the Silence

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What is Anti-Bullying Week?

Anti-Bullying Week is a time for everyone to work together to eradicate bullying, creating safer environments for children and people everywhere. It is organised by the Anti-Bullying Alliance (ABA) — a coalition of organisations and individuals who work together to stamp out bullying.

When is Anti-Bullying Week Held?

Anti-Bullying Week is an annual event that takes place during the 3rd week of November. This year it will be held from Monday 16th to Friday 20th November.

What is the Theme for Anti-Bullying Week?

Each year, Anti-Bullying Week has a theme which is centred around the idea of tackling bullying at every level in society. The theme for 2026 is: ‘Break the Silence’ with a focus on encouraging people to start conversations about bullying. The aim is to tackle the barriers that people face when seeking help for bullying.

How to Get Involved in Anti-Bullying Week

There are many ways to take part in Anti-Bullying Week, from fundraising and sponsorship, to becoming an alliance member. Anything that can be done to raise awareness is beneficial.

What is Odd Socks Day?

Odd Socks Day takes place on Monday 16th November. Wearing odd socks at school or work celebrates what makes us all unique by showing our individuality in a fun way.

It’s popular for people to post photos and videos to social media during Odd Socks Day to show their support for Anti-Bullying Week, using the hashtag #OddSocksDay.

Anti-Bullying Week at School

Nominate a teacher or member of staff for the Anti-Bullying Alliance School Staff Award. There are prizes on offer for anyone you feel deserves recognition for their efforts in bullying prevention and raising awareness of school bullying.

All Resources produce resource packs and lesson plans for tackling bullying at school covering topics such as:

Verbal bullying
Physical bullying
Social bullying
Cyberbullying
Targets of bullies
Bystanders
Creating an anti-bullying policy

Anti-Bullying Week at Work

Anti-Bullying Week is not just for schools. We can all show support or raise money in our communities, at home or in the workplace. The Anti-Bullying Alliance have a Workplace Pack containing everything you need to promote Anti-Bullying Week at work, as well as ideas on how you can help during the campaign.

Our Bullying in the Workplace resource helps businesses to identify areas in their organisation where bullying might be a problem. It covers different types of bullying at work and examines ways to combat workplace bullying.

Anti-Bullying Week is also an opportunity for all of us to review our own anti-bullying policies and share best practices in order to address bullying effectively.

Anti-Bullying Alliance Participation

Another method to support Anti-Bullying Week is by participating directly with the Anti-Bullying Alliance. There are many ways you can do this, including:

Becoming a member
Taking part in fundraising
Purchasing merchandise
Making a donation

Visit the ABA’s website for more details.

Anti-Bullying Week Online

You can also be involved in Anti-Bullying Week on social media. Report on your activities, promote your own campaigns or just see what everyone else is up to. Engage with others using these hashtags in your posts:

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Anti-Bullying and Cyberbullying Resources

Bullying — A Complete Approach

School Workbook

Contains hints and tips for teachers, parents and young people to enable them to identify and tackle bullying.

Published: 1999
Last revised: 2022
Pages: 94

Price: ~~£5.69~~ Now: £2.28

Personal Safety in Cyberspace

School Workbook

This pack looks at the dangers of online grooming, malicious software, webcams, cyberbullying and scams.

Published: 1999
Last revised: 2023
Pages: 73

Price: ~~£4.19~~ Now: £1.68

Bullying in the Workplace

Business Handbook

This pack provides guidance for companies on tackling workplace bullying, supporting the targets of bullying and ensuring the wellbeing of staff.

Published: 2020
Last revised: 2022
Pages: 50

Price: ~~£4.19~~ Now: £1.68

Anti-Bullying Lesson Plans