Local & National Bullying Resources
Below are local and national services and resources available to you. You will find their name, mission, who they help, their services, and links to their websites.
Massachusetts Aggression Reduction Center (MARC)
Mission: MARC focuses on reducing bullying and cyberbullying among K-12 students through research-based programs and services.- Who They Help: K-12 schools, families, educators, and professionals across the U.S.
- Services:
- Free and low-cost programs for bullying and cyberbullying prevention.
- Training for educators and professionals, including a “Train the Trainer” certification program.
- Educational presentations and resources for parents and students.
- Special programs and curricula for students tailored to developmental stages.
- Parent events and downloadable guides for managing bullying and cyberbullying scenarios (massachusetts-agg) (massachusetts-agg) (massachusetts-agg) (Hanover Public Schools).
Massachusetts Advocates for Children
Mission: The organization aims to remove barriers to educational and life opportunities for children.- Who They Help: Children and families in Massachusetts, with a particular focus on children with disabilities and those from low-income families.
- Services and Resources:
- Advocacy for children’s rights and educational opportunities.
- Resources and guides for parents on dealing with bullying and advocating for their children’s rights in schools.
- Legal and advocacy support in education-related matters, including bullying (Bridgewater Commons).
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Mission: This department oversees public education in Massachusetts and aims to improve educational outcomes.- Who They Help: Students, educators, and school administrators in Massachusetts.
- Services and Resources:
- Guidelines and policies for preventing and managing bullying in schools.
- Resources for implementing state laws and regulations on bullying.
- Training and support materials for schools to address bullying effectively .
National Bullying Resources
StopBullying.gov
Mission: A federal government website that provides information to help prevent and address bullying.
- Who They Help: Parents, educators, and young people across the U.S.
- Services and Resources:
- Information and tips on how to prevent and respond to bullying and cyberbullying.
- Resources for understanding the laws and policies related to bullying in different states.
- Educational materials for community training sessions .
Stomp Out Bullying
Mission: This organization focuses on reducing and preventing bullying, cyberbullying, and other digital abuse; educating against homophobia, LGBTQ discrimination, and racism; deterring violence in schools and online; and helping at-risk students.- Who They Help: Students, schools, and communities both nationwide and globally.
- Services and Resources:
- Programs that promote inclusivity and provide support for victims of bullying.
- Online help chat for youth experiencing bullying and cyberbullying.
- Campaigns and initiatives that raise awareness and foster safe environments for all students .