Campaigning for Courage

Marketers & brands launch anti-bullying efforts to end schoolyard violence

Implications - Over the last few years, schoolyard bullying has erupted as a major social issue on which brands, marketers and social groups are focusing all of their efforts. Joining forces, disparate institutions and groups, from celebrities to big brands and non-profits, are attempting to put an end to bullying through heartfelt videos, campaigns and social media initiatives aimed at creating courage among the youth and inspiring them to take action.

Trend Themes

  1. Anti-bullying Campaigns — Marketers & brands launching anti-bullying efforts to end schoolyard violence are encouraging young people to take matters into their own hands.
  2. Children-targeted Bullying Campaigns — Campaigns across the world are seeking to put an end to cyberbullying, affecting one in ten young people by creating highly-targeted school programs and infographics.
  3. Social Media Bullying Campaigns — Social media giants and anti-bullying organizations are utilizing online platforms to unite people against bullying and promote sticking up for others and being a role model.

Industry Implications

  1. Marketing & Advertising — Marketing & advertising professionals can create campaigns that focus on social issues, such as anti-bullying, to bring attention to the cause and their brand simultaneously.
  2. Education — Educators can implement anti-bullying initiatives to help put a stop to bullying in school settings and address the growing issue of cyberbullying amongst kids.
  3. Technology — Technology professionals can leverage the power of apps and social media to create tools that enable individuals to anonymously report bullying incidents and alert authorities or trusted adults in real-time.
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6 Featured, 41 Examples:
330,315 Total Clicks
Date Range:
Sep 11 — Jan 13
Trending:
Mild

Featured Examples

play_circle_filledHeartbreaking Anti-Bullying Videos
Heartbreaking Anti-Bullying Videos
The Jonah Mowry 'Whats Goin On' Video is Heart-Wrenching
You may have heard about the Jonah Mowry ‘Whats Goin On’ video, which has recently gotten a lot of attention on YouTube and in the media. Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton, who is known for... MORE
Children-Targeted Bullying Campaigns
Children-Targeted Bullying Campaigns
The 'Cyberbullied' Infographic Speaks to an Epidemic
Cyberbullying has taken an already important issue and vastly multiplied it. With over 4,500 teen suicides every year in the USA, it’s an issue that must be addressed. The ‘Cyberbullied:... MORE
Courage-Creating Enterprises
Courage-Creating Enterprises
Celebrate the Hero is an Anti-Bullying Initiative for Students
With the advent of cyber-bullying and the attention that some celebrities are now giving to related campaigns, anti-bullying campaigns like Celebrate the Hero (CTH) are welcome and offer something a little… MORE
play_circle_filledFearless Celeb-Inspired Campaigns
Fearless Celeb-Inspired Campaigns
The 'Paws Up Forever Project' Video Fights Back Against Bullying
The death of 14-year-old Jamey Rodemeyer, who took his own life on September 18, 2011 after years of being bullied rocked the world, being the fifth publicly recognized suicide of an LGBTQ-identifying… MORE
Social Media Bullying Campaigns
Social Media Bullying Campaigns
Facebook Be Bold: Stop Bullying Canada Unites Against Harassment
‘Facebook Be Bold: Stop Bullying Canada’ is a national campaign by the social media giant to quell the pain and suffering caused by in-person and online harassment. After recent events... MORE
Schoolyard Violence-Haulting Apps
Schoolyard Violence-Haulting Apps
Stop Bullies Uses GPS to Alert Authorities of an Assault
Although Angry Birds and apps that turn your smartphone into a light sabre are fun, the Stop Bullies application has a more benevolent purpose. Designed by Tim Porter, the program is designed to... MORE

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