getting help

What should you do in emergencies when someone is getting violently hurt, or there’s a dangerous adult

WHAT SHOULD you not do

• get help

• get out of the way

• call 911

• call a TRUSTED ADULT

• dont get yourself hurt

• dont intervene

Who can help you in a bad situation - give 9 examples

• parents,

• guardians

• teachers

• neighbours

• crossing guards

• police

• community elders

• coaches

• principals

Community services you can ask for help?

Telehealth, community mental health services, hospitals, walk in clinics, kids help phones, 911.

What should you do if you or someone you know is being bullied or abused?

Talk to a trusted adult (parent, teacher, counselor) and keep telling people until you get help.

How should you react in a violent situation with a dangerous adult?

Get to safety, call 911, and do NOT intervene.

What should you do if someone tells you to keep bullying or abuse a secret?

Tell a trusted person anyway—keep speaking up until you get help.

Why is it important to go to a safe place instead of handling bullying or abuse alone?

It can get worse—always seek help and find a safe place.

What rights do you have regarding personal safety?

No one has the right to hurt you physically, verbally, or emotionally.

staying safe

• Go to safe places where you are out of harm’s way.

• Do NOT try to handle bullying or abuse alone—it can get worse.

• Always look for the right help and don’t stop until you are safe.

What should you do if someone tells you to keep abuse or bullying a secret?

Tell someone you trust anyway and keep speaking up until the problem is solved.

Why is it important to speak up about bullying or abuse?

It helps to address the problem and ensures that you receive the necessary support.