Anti-Bullying

Anti-Bullying

Prevention of and Response to Bullying

The Private Higher Education Institution “Ukrainian Medical University” is committed to maintaining a safe, welcoming and respectful learning environment for all participants in the educational process.

Any form of bullying, discrimination, humiliation, or psychological or physical abuse is strictly prohibited.

What Is Bullying?

Under the Law of Ukraine “On Education”, bullying (harassment) is defined as acts or omissions by participants in the educational process involving psychological, physical, economic or sexual violence, including through electronic communications.

Such acts may be directed at a minor or carried out by a minor against other participants in the educational process, and may result in actual or potential harm to the victim’s mental or physical health.

Common Signs of Bullying

СистемаRepeated Behaviourтичність

The behaviour is repeated over time and is not an isolated, one-off conflict.

Involvement of Different Parties

A bullying incident may involve a perpetrator, a victim and bystanders.

Harm and Humiliation

The consequences may include fear, anxiety, humiliation, social isolation or harm to the victim’s health.

Forms of Bullying

Verbal Bullying

Insulting remarks or derogatory comments about a person's appearance, nationality, religion, race or other personal characteristics.

Physical Bullying

Any form of physical violence, causing pain or bodily injury, or damaging personal belongings.

Social or Emotional Bullying

Intimidation, deliberate exclusion, ignoring someone, social boycotts or refusal to communicate.

Cyberbullying

Bullying, humiliation, spreading rumours or posting offensive comments through email, mobile phones, electronic devices or social media.

How Can Bullying Be Prevented in the Student Community?

Foster healthy relationships within the student group.
Do not remain indifferent when witnessing bullying.
Accept people as they are.
Remember that social status, physical characteristics, race or religious affiliation are never grounds for bullying.
Lead by example and show that you do not tolerate or support bullying.
Respect other people's opinions and views.
Show kindness, compassion and respect.
Respect everyone's right to be themselves.
Be willing to reconcile and acknowledge your own mistakes.

Helplines and Support Services

116 000

Bullying Support Helpline

116 123 or 0 800 500 335

Violence Prevention Helpline

0 800 50 17 20

Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights

0 800 213 103

Free Legal Aid

102

National Police of Ukraine

Legal and Regulatory Framework

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