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Why a show about Cyber Bullying?
Given the rise of social networking sites aimed at young people, and youths who are more technologically savvy with the internet, Who Stole the Sole? is particularly relevant for engaging with a problem currently faced by young people today in Australia.
Covert bullying, such as cyber bullying, has the potential to result in more severe psychological, social and mental health problems than overt bullying and is more difficult for schools and parents to detect. A shocking 1 in 6 young people have reported being bullied in covert ways such as teasing, exclusion from groups and bullying through cyber-space. This highlights the need for an educational resource such as Who Stole the Sole?
Research has shown that covert bullying presents a higher effect-to-danger ratio, in that it contributes to the greatest harm, largely through social isolation, to the student being bullied. Students have reported that when covertly bullied they feel lonely, scared, angry, hurt, annoyed, embarrassed, stressed, helpless, and do not enjoy school.
“I loved the performance! The acting seemed so real and so did the situations. It was a performance that modern day teens can really relate to and learn things from, both guys and girls.”
Rebecca, Student
"I just think its a great show and really helpful for the boys, very entertaining and informative. I think its something that boys really need to see."
Principal, a Toowoomba school
“it was fantastic, the students certainly got the right messages. I loved the energy and pace of the show”
Leanne Halsall, Student Welfare Coordinator (Epping S.C.)
"Thanks very much, I thought it was excellent, it challanged the kids and had them think more deeply about some very important issues, well done"
QLD, Principal
"Its been a pleasure for Headspace Southern Downs to support Phunktional with the seven shows performed here, through schools we've had really good feedback, and the students we know have really loved it, thanks very much".
Headspace Southern Downs
“skillfully executed by the actors with the messages being very well delivered and received"
Leading Senior Constable McLENNAN (Victoria Police)
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