UNESCO demands stronger school safeguards as bullying affects one in three learners
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NAIROBI,Kenya, Nov 5 -One in three learners worldwide experiences bullying every month, while one in 10 is subjected to cyberbullying, raising concerns over the safety and well-being of children in schools and online spaces.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is calling on governments, schools, parents and technology companies to strengthen measures to protect learners from violence, including physical harassment, intimidation and online abuse.
In a statement marking the International Day against Violence and Bullying at School, Including Cyberbullying, observed on November 5, UNESCO urged countries to invest in teacher training, effective reporting mechanisms and stronger digital safety measures.
