Students from John Paul II Collegiate participated in an Anti Bullying Walk that was organized through Sakewew, John Paul II and the Red Cross April 4.
Students fromSakewew and North Battleford Comprehensive High School began the walk by heading to McKitrick School where more students joined the parade. The group then made their way to John Paul II to pick up more students. Afterwards, the students in the walk headed to the Chapel Gallery in the Don Ross Center for food and entertainment.
Bullying is a global issue that effects millions of people's lives daily, and awareness of the issue needs to be raised.
"If everyone is aware of what's going on around them and are willing to speak up and not be a bystander, things would begin to get better," said Rena Smockum, a member of the John Paul II Staff.
John Paul II participates in multiple activities to raise awareness on the topic of bullying, including Challenge Days and many Be the Change activities.
"To anyone who's being bullied, my advice for you is to tell someone about what's going on. It may not be easy, but if you don't stand up for yourself, the problem won't go away," said Smockum.
"Bullies need to find a healthy way to deal with their problems rather than taking it out on others.
"One day to raise awareness against bullying isn't enough, as it happens daily," said Smockum.
As humans, we unintentionally hurt each other on a daily basis. Intentionally hurting someone when they're already dealing with pain is unjust. Bullies often take their own anger out on others to attempt to make themselves feel better, but no good can come out of intentionally hurting others.
