This year, Parade College proudly participated in the Bullying No Way! National Week of Action, held from 11 to 15 August 2025. This important initiative brings together thousands of schools and supporters across Australia in a shared commitment to preventing bullying and fostering safe, inclusive learning environments.
The theme for this year’s campaign is Be Bold. Be Kind. Speak Up.
It is a powerful reminder that it takes a whole community—students, staff, families, and trusted adults—to be brave and address bullying behaviours, both within and beyond the school gate.
Throughout the week, our students engaged in meaningful discussions and activities designed to promote empathy, respect, and appreciation for diversity. These experiences encouraged students to reflect on how they can be bold in standing up for others, kind in their everyday interactions, and confident in speaking up when they witness or experience bullying.
We invite families to continue these conversations at home. Open and honest dialogue helps children understand the impact of bullying and empowers them to seek support when needed. The Bullying No Way website offers helpful tips and resources to guide these discussions.
To learn more about our school’s approach to bullying prevention and response, please refer to our Bullying Prevention and Intervention Policy, available on the College website.
If you have concerns that your child may be experiencing bullying, we encourage you to contact their Tutor Teacher or House Leader as a first step. For serious incidents, including cyberbullying or behaviour that may constitute a crime, please refer to the Bullying No Way Website for guidance on reporting and accessing wellbeing support.
Together, we can build a culture of kindness, courage, and respect—where every student feels safe, valued, and heard.
The Australian Research Alliance for Children and Youth is committed to improving the wellbeing of children and young people across Australia. By connecting research, evidence, and key voices in education and care, ARACY empowers educators with insights and tools to foster positive outcomes in learning and development.
You can find more on their website https://www.aracy.org.au/
The following article from ARACY highlights how one corporation is championing children’s rights, safety, and wellbeing as a national priority.
IKEA Australia joins Act for Children, putting children’s voices at the heart of national conversations
IKEA Australia has become the first corporate advocate to join Act for Children — a growing alliance of advocates, organisations, and experts urging the Australian Government to make children’s rights, safety, and wellbeing a national priority.
In partnership with Save the Children Australia, IKEA has launched Safe Space, a nationwide campaign running from 12 August to 5 October. The campaign brings children’s voices and experiences of domestic and family violence into the spotlight through immersive installations in IKEA stores across Australia. Designed in collaboration with children, the installations represent what safety and comfort mean through a child’s eyes — from cloud-like beds and rainbow ribbons to the warmth of nature and soft toys.
The initiative builds on IKEA and Save the Children’s work redesigning emergency refuge spaces in Queensland, creating welcoming environments for over 1,000 women and children escaping violence. The partnership also provides rental assistance, household packs, and tailored support to help families transition into safe, long-term homes.
At ARACY, we know child safety is a child wellbeing issue — and we welcome IKEA’s commitment to amplifying children’s voices, raising awareness, and taking meaningful action to support children’s healing and recovery.
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