Welcome! This website presents the findings of a University of Alberta research study exploring the experiences of junior high school students who took action to stop bullying. These students took risks in order to become a non-bystander. Their message? Anyone can take action to stop bullying. It may not be easy, but it is possible.

New! After asking for your help to find a new word for someone who is a "non-bystander," the word UPSTANDER will now be used in this research. An upstander is defined as someone who undertakes personal risk to take positive action in the face of injustice in society or in situations where individuals need assistance. Thank you for your help!

Who is this website for?

• Anyone who is bothered by bullying they have witnessed at school, work, or in their community.
• Anyone who wants to intervene to stop violence or injustice when they witness it occuring.
• Anyone who is on the verge of taking action to make the world a better place.
• Students, professionals, and researchers.

This website is in progress. It will be updated as the research progresses.

Dedicated to the students who gave the gift of their time to this research. Thank you!