Tips on Being an Ally

Date: October 12, 2010

Here are some simple steps you can take to respond to bullying:

• When you witness an incident, acknowledge to yourself
  what happened and, if appropriate, let the target know
  that you saw what happened and are there to support
  him or her.
• Ask what you can do to help. Remember, being an ally
  means supporting another person. To do so, you need to
  learn what that other person needs or wants in the way of
  support. Don’t assume you know!
• Assist in solving the problem. Be aware of and suggest
  possible resources, such as peer counseling or seeking
  adult assistance.
• Take appropriate steps. Inform adults if threats, injury or
  property damage has occurred.