Education

The tool “Creating a culture of respect and empathy in schools” is designed to empower educators, school leaders and staff with strategies and resources to effectively prevent and respond to bullying and violence in educational settings. It highlights the principle of a “welcoming and enabling environment” and the critical role of educators in cultivating safe, respectful and supportive learning environments. The tool provides comprehensive insights into recognising
and addressing bullying behaviour, creating a positive class climate and implementing effective preventive measures. It offers practical tools and strategies for developing an inclusive and safe school culture, including intervention protocols, self-evaluation questions and guidance on developing school policies to aid the implementation of anti-bullying initiatives. Additionally, it features a comprehensive school support programme, which outlines structured sessions to be conducted throughout the academic year that support schools and teachers to create a culture of respect and empathy in schools, focusing on fostering strong relationships between students, teachers and parents. The tool reinforces the transformative approach needed in schools to develop an inclusive environment where all students feel valued and empowered to succeed and that effectively addresses violence and bullying.