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“Bullying is traumatic for every person, and in the present day it also happens online” Ayushmann Khurrana

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Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana, who was named as UNICEF’s Celebrity Advocate for their global campaign Ending Violence Against Children (EVAC), shared his thoughts on creating a safe space for kids on the internet. The actor spoke out against online bullying on the International Day against Violence and Bullying at School including Cyberbullying.

“Bullying is traumatic for every person, and in the present day it also happens online. In the case of cyberbullying, children are often not sure of how and where to access help, whether the bullying originates from people they know in school, in their communities or strangers on the internet,” Ayushmann said.

The theme for this year was ‘Tackling cyberbullying and other forms of online violence involving children and young people’.

Adding the responsibility of adults in ensuring a safer internet for kids Ayushmann said, “As parents, teachers and family members, it is our collective responsibility to ensure that all children are aware of how to stay safe online, to create a safe space where children who experience online violence do not hesitate to seek help.”

The actor also urged “Together, let us make the internet a safer place.”