AN anti-bullying network in North Yorkshire has won a national award for its innovative use of technology.
Bullying Online, a registered national charity helping parents and pupils deal with school bullying, won the Digital Inclusion category of the eWell-Being Awards, for its use of technology to reduce social exclusion.
Based in Harrogate, it was set up to operate on the Internet, and provides practical information 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week, help families and victims to deal with the trauma of bullying at school.
It is also used as a resource by schools, the police and health professionals.
The website is updated frequently to reflect changing legislation, and contains 30 sections, which include advice on dealing with racism and help for bullies and their parents.
It also carries information for schools on bullying policies, advice on exclusions and appeal procedures, and guidance on Internet safety and the dangers of chatrooms.
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