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Anti-Bullying Week

Stand up, step in and make a difference during Anti-Bullying Week! Together we can create a harmony of kindness and respect.

Monday

16–20

November 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEThird Week in November (Monday to Friday)

OBSERVED INUnited Kingdom

CATEGORYAwareness

SUBCATEGORYViolence Prevention

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to unite for kindness, acceptance and inclusion during Anti-Bullying Week starting on November 11! This significant week was first initiated in 2004 by the Anti-Bullying Alliance with an aim to raise awareness and launch initiatives against bullying, a widespread issue that impacts millions around the world. Stand tall and make your voice heard in the mission to eradicate this blight from our communities, schools and online environments. Remember, together we can create a harmony of kindness and respect, so let's take a stand against bullying and spread positivity!

TIMELINE

Anti-Bullying Week Timeline

Inception of Anti-Bullying Week

The Anti-Bullying Alliance in the UK officially launched Anti-Bullying Week to raise awareness about the harmful impacts of bullying and encourage efforts to stop it.

Theme-Based Approach Adopted

The campaign adopted a new strategy by incorporating themes as a focus for each year's celebration, making the initiative more structured and directed.

Active Participation Widens

The week garnered more attention with active participation from schools, institutions and organizations across the world, not just the UK.

Stop Cyberbullying Day

Stop Cyberbullying Day is incorporated into the week's activities, acknowledging the growing menace of online bullying.

Expansion into Corporate Environment

The week expanded its focus to cover workplace bullying, urging corporations to cultivate a respectful and inclusive culture.

Digital Awareness Expansion

To cope with increase in online classes and activities due to the Covid-19 pandemic, more emphasis is placed on digital awareness and online bullying prevention.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate Anti-Bullying Week

Facilitate an Awareness Workshop

Organize a workshop in your community or school, that focuses on the impacts of bullying and ways to prevent it. Invite guest speakers who can share their experiences and educate others about the importance of standing against bullying.

START

Start an Anti-Bullying Campaign

Launch an anti-bullying campaign online using social media. It could involve sharing powerful messages, personal stories, tips on how to stand up against bullying, and rallying the community to make a pledge against bullying.

CREATE

Create a Support Group

Set up a support group for those who have been bullied. This can be a safe space where people can share their experiences, express their emotions, and offer each other advice and support.

CRAFT

Craft an Anti-Bullying Mural

Get schools and community members involved in creating a colorful mural with messages against bullying. Not only is this a fun and creative activity, but it will also serve as a permanent reminder of the commitment to fight against bullying.

HOST

Host a Kindness Challenge

Encourage a kindness challenge in your school or community during the week. This can be a series of daily tasks that promote kindness, such as helping someone, sharing compliments, or showing empathy towards others. This will help create a more inclusive and respectful environment.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why Anti-Bullying Week is Important

Fosters Kindness and Empathy

The week also serves to foster kindness and empathy, key elements in establishing an inclusive and respectful society. By hosting kindness challenge events and setting up support groups, people learn to understand, respect and appreciate others, helping to create an environment where bullying has no place.

Promotes Awareness and Education

Anti-Bullying Week is a vital platform for creating awareness and educating people about the harmful effects of bullying. It emphasizes understanding, acknowledges the challenges faced by victims, and encourages everyone to actively reduce bullying.

Encourages Community Involvement

Anti-Bullying Week is all about community collaboration and involvement. It's about taking collective responsibility and action against bullying. Events like workshops, campaigns, and creative projects foster community spirit and strengthen our stand against bullying.

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