International Stand Up To Bullying Day

Rajnandini Roychoudhury
Dec 22, 2023 By Rajnandini Roychoudhury
Originally Published on Mar 19, 2022
Fact-checked by Naman Khanna
International Stand Up To Bullying Day facts are fascinating.

Where is International Stand Up To Bullying Day celebrated?

 Celebrating this day is not limited to any geographical region and it is observed worldwide.

Who is International Stand Up To Bullying Day celebrated by?

This day is celebrated by everyone who chooses to stand against bullying.

When did International Stand Up To Bullying Day first start?

 This day first started on February 29, 2008.

Who started International Stand Up To Bullying Day?

This day was started by two students, Travis Price and David Shepherd.

History And Timeline

Let's learn some more about the historical significance of this day.

Incident Of Bullying

After a fellow student was bullied for wearing a pink shirt, two students organized a protest campaign the following day to show solidarity.

2007

Creation Of This Day

A year after the first public stance in 2007, this day was officially created to spread awareness.

2008

Observation Of This Day

This day was observed on February 22 and November 15 in 2019.

2019

Observation Of This Day

This day was observed on February 28 and November 20 in 2020.

2020

Traditions And Customs

This day came into existence due to the efforts of two 12th graders who committed themselves to stand against bullying after a fellow student was severely bullied for wearing a pink shirt. On this day, stand up for someone if you see them being bullied, or spread awareness about this issue.

Ways To Observe Or Celebrate International Stand Up To Bullying Day

You can observe this day by attending anti-bullying campaigns in a pink shirt and signing petitions. You can share pictures of your participation on social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter using the hashtag below.

Facts And Stats

  • The third Friday of November coincides with Anti-Bullying Week, celebrated in November.
  • Nearly 236 schools, colleges, and work organizations that included more than 125,000 individuals participated in the first event held in February 2008.
  • The participating school and colleges organize anti-bullying seminars or campaigns to raise awareness.

What is International Stand Up To Bullying Day?

This day was created to take a public stand against a student who was being bullied. It is a semi-annual event, observed in February and again in November.

Who invented the concept of International Stand Up To Bullying Day?

Two Nova Scotian students, Travis Price and David Shepherd started the anti-bullying campaign.

What are some requirements in order to celebrate International Stand Up To Bullying Day?

You can wear 'pledge shirts' or a pink shirt and sign petitions to take a public stance against bullying in a non-confrontational manner.

What are some reasons for celebrating International Stand Up To Bullying Day?

This event encourages everyone to stand against bullying by supporting those bullied at schools, colleges, and work organizations. It also helps spread awareness and empower people.

When Is This Day Celebrated

  • Friday, February 28, 2020
  • Friday, February 26, 2021
  • Friday, February 25, 2022
  • Friday, February 24, 2023
  • Friday, February 23, 2024

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Written by Rajnandini Roychoudhury

Bachelor of Arts specializing in English, Master of Arts specializing in English

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Rajnandini RoychoudhuryBachelor of Arts specializing in English, Master of Arts specializing in English

With a Master of Arts in English, Rajnandini has pursued her passion for the arts and has become an experienced content writer. She has worked with companies such as Writer's Zone and has had her writing skills recognized by publications such as The Telegraph. Rajnandini is also trilingual and enjoys various hobbies such as music, movies, travel, philanthropy, writing her blog, and reading classic British literature. 

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