‘Say No to Cyberbullying’ booklet released by TRA

Manama : The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) yesterday issued “Say No to Cyberbullying” booklet in cooperation with the Bahrain Women Association for Human Development’s “Be-Free” programme.

The booklet, according to TRA, aims at increasing awareness among children and young people on the negative impacts of cyberbullying. The booklet provides steps to prevent cyberbullying, how to act in the event of cyberbullying and how to reduce it and contribute to the protection and support of others, TRA said in a statement.

The “Say No to Cyberbullying” Booklet is one of the TRA’s initiatives through the “SafeSurf” Internet Safety campaign. The booklet is a personal reference for children and youths that explains the difference between bullying and cyberbullying, the types of cyberbullying and how they can contribute in reducing these risks by guiding those who are victims of cyberbullying.

TRA also announced it is working on a number of projects related to protection of children and adults online, including launching a 3D Animation “Stand Up to Cyberbullying” that educates and guides children on cyberbullying. The video is planned for release in 2016.

The booklet can be downloaded via safesurf.bh