OpAntiBully

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[OpAntiBully disbanded in 2013 and the **hashtag is no longer active**. This page is kept up for its links to resources.]

#OpAntiBully is a hashtag affiliated with the hacktivist group Anonymous but not limited to them, with supporters from a variety of backgrounds.

Read "How Anonymous helped prevent a teen's suicide" for more background on how it began, and the long historical profile article "The Online Avengers" in New York Times Magazine.

Resources and Twitlonger compiled by @Teelin. As of June 2013 @Teelin unaffiliated from #OpAntiBully. She still helps bullied youth online.

♥ Tweet [|#OpAntiBully] 4Help ♥ We listen & assist ♥

[|@OpAntiBullyInfo] is a Resource Information Account with a friendly core of admins from varied backgrounds of anti-bullying activism. ♥

► When online - we will be happy to DM (direct message) with anyone in need.

► We follow back as needed on a case-by-case basis.

► If you need our help - request a DM.

► Tweeting the [|#OpAntiBully] hashtag as a distress beacon may also bring you attention from other people willing to help.

► Always use common sense regarding sharing personal information online.

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If you're really young & being (cyber)bullied, ALWAYS tell your parents.

Don't worry about them getting upset.

♥ They need to know - so they can take care of you ♥

If you just can't talk to your parents, consider a relative, favourite teacher, etc. Whatever you do: When you are being bullied - talk about it to someone!

[|#OpAntiBully]

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__1st RESPONSE: Stay Calm! & SCREENSHOT*/BLOCK/REPORT__ _

How to make a SCREENSHOT* & a Linked Tweet

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__Twitter REPORT FORMS via [|@Support]__

__► CHILD PORNOGRAPHY*: []__

__► SELF HARM INFO: []__

__► SELF HARM FORM: []__

__► HARASSMENT: & ABUSE []__

__NOTE: If the bully has blocked your Twitter account, you won't easily be able to make a linked Tweet, but you can use a weblink to a screenshot of the abusive Tweet instead to file a report.__

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__*CHILD PORNOGRAPHY (CP) - on other Social Media sites:__

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Something u should know: After you block someone you won't see that person in your mentions anymore UNLESS they respond to someone else who mentions you!

If this happens persistently consider using Twitter Lists as a mode of defense like an alternative mentions! ✿ You can even lock the list & make it private.✿

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__Recommended Anti-Bullying Websites:__

__► Check out [] for useful tips__

__► Check out [] for useful tips__

__► Check out [] (English) - with support chat rooms__

__► Check out [] (French) - with support chat rooms__

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__Edgy & specifically geared towards cyberbullying!__

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► Bullying Warning Signs:

[|http://www.stopbullying.gov/at-risk/warning-signs/index.html#ask]

♥ Teens helping Teens! ♥

Slides by Benni Cinkle: []

♥ 5 Types of Bullying - [] ♥ 5 Roles in Bullying - [] ♥ 5 Ways to Respond - [] ♥ DON'Ts - [] ♥ 5 Things to Remember - [] ♥ Become a Defender - []

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__Twitter Support - DEFENSIVE TECHNIQUES__

__► HOW TO BLOCK USERS: []__

__► HOW TO REPORT AS SPAM: []__

__► HOW TO PROTECT TWEETS/PROFILE: []__

__Note:__ __To get someone to unfollow you - just quickly block them & unblock them again. Easy!__ __Sometimes preferable to outright blocking as it is less conspicuous.__ __TEMPORARILY protecting your Twitter account is another excellent option. It blocks out the noise in your mentions.__

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Remember: You don't have to respond to an abusive comment.

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__TWITTER SUPPORT: [|@Support] []__

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Twitter Support Articles:

► ABUSIVE BEHAVIOR []

► SAFETY TIPS for TEENS: []

► SAFETY TIPS for PARENTS: []

► SAFETY TIPS for TEACHERS: []

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__Regarding SELF HARM & SUICIDE:__

__Reporting someone to Twitter is only the minimum amount. Generally it is a good idea to reach out & tweet someone a 24h crisis line.__

__► For US & Canada: 1-800-448-1833__

__► For UK: 08457 90 90 90__

__► For Australia: 13 11 14 (or 000 if immediate danger)__

__► For Ireland: 1800 247 100__ __(or text the word HELP to 51444)__

__► For New Zealand: (09) 5 222 999 24/7 Lifeline__

__We list several personal peer support accounts in our Twitter Resource lists.__

__One of the best ones on Twitter is [|@unsuicide]__

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DIRECT Link to our Peer Support Twitter Accounts List:

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__Other Useful Online International Resources - SUICIDE:__

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__http://unsuicide.wikispaces.com/Online+Suicide+Help+Wiki#.US6s6FdvDIU__

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The TROLL* Phenomenon

Beware of the "Trolls"

Trolls are users whose primary objective is to offend other users. Every social network has them. The more controversial the topic or issue, the more likely it is that a troll will be part of, or be trying to initiate, the conversation. It is up to you whether to engage, ignore or report trolls when you come across them. Just be aware that your anger and outrage are precisely what the trolls are after.

Also be aware that many trolls are savvy social media users themselves and are careful to operate well within their chosen platform's rules regarding offensive/abusive behaviour.

Cpl. Jamie Chung Media Relations Officer, Coquitlam RCMP

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[|#OpAntiBully]
 * Note: "Trolling" is a loosely defined term. Some anti-cyberbullying online activists use carefully calibrated trolling techniques as a reverse combat method towards abusive Twitter users.

Another take on the term "Trolling" “Trolling is a form of social commentary or satirical performance art for people who take themselves too seriously on the internet”

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__If you're really young & being (cyber)bullied, ALWAYS tell your parents. Don't worry about them getting upset.__

__♥ They need to know - so they can take care of you ♥__

__24H KIDS HELP LINES (Just call! No names!)__

__► US: 1-800-448-3000 Girls & Boys Town National Hotline__ __► US: 1-800-4-A-CHILD or 1-800-422-4453 National Child Abuse Hotline__

__► Canada: 1-800-668-6868 Kids Help Phone__

__► UK: 0800 1111 Childline__

__► Australia: 1 800 55 1800 Kids Help Line__

__► New Zealand: 0800 66 28 55 No Bully Helpline__

__► Ireland: 1800 66 66 66 Child Helpline Text Talk to 50101__

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Bullying Victim Support Chat rooom via [|@Abused] Kids

[|http://removingchains.org/rooms/bullying-victim-support-chat-room#.USoFTTDrzwF]

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__☀ Lastly ☀__ __This account is NOT administered on a 24 hour basis.__ __If you are in immediate distress - tweet the [|#OpAntiBully] hashtag & also consider going offline right after for a few hours if you are very upset.__ __Talk to a friend and/or tell your parents ♥__

__♥ [|#OpAntiBully] ♥__

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DIRECT Link to our Resource Twitter Lists:

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Open a list - click on Members & get an easy view.

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About us:

♥ [|@OpAntiBullyInfo] is a Resource Information Account with a friendly core of admins from varied backgrounds of anti-bullying activism. ♥ [|#OpAntiBully]

[|#OpAntiBully] is a hashtag used in Tweets by both the general public & diverse anti-bullying activists and especially activists among Anonymous. ♥ Simply it is an effort started by a small, diverse core group of Twitter users in November 2012, who shared a genuine concern for children suffering bullying on & offline and decided to work together to help make a difference.

The [|@OpAntiBullyInfo] Resource account serves as a contact point to aid victims of online & offline bullying to gain access to existing resources. The account is primarily focused towards youth.

The account is followed by the originators of [|#OpAntiBully] & co-administered by 2 of that group. Generally operations are discrete & seeking a positive approache to effect changes.

Whether resonding in private DMs or on public Timeline - focus goes always towards empowering the victims of bullying with resources & empathy.

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A little History or [|#OpAntiBully]:

► November 2012 - Sidney Morning Herald Online angels can make the web a safe place for troubled teens via [|@EmilyBazelon]

[|http://www.smh.com.au/opinion/society-and-culture/online-angels-can-make-the-web-a-safe-place-for-troubled-teens-20121127-2a5pj.html#ixzz2LuHLfBva]

► February 2013 - Bullyville and [|#OpAntiBully] Help Teens Battle Bullies On Twitter – Will You Help? via [|@MaryCLong]

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► February 2013 - Video Interview with [|@EmilyBazelon] []

► February 2013 - The Atlantic How to Stop the Bullies via [|@EmilyBazelon]

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☀Best kept SECRET☀: [|@OpAntiBullyInfo] also exists on ask.fm

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► HOW TO stay safe on Ask.fm ► []

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