Say No TO Racism!!!!!!!!

If you're on the receiving end of racism, you could…

Say something if it feels okay to do so. It doesn't have to be aggressive or abusive. In fact, it's often more effective if it's not. Here are some ideas suggested by young people.

"What you just said is really offensive and rude."

"Please, have some respect for yourself and for others."

Say nothing. Sometimes people just want to provoke you and get a reaction. Walking away may defuse the situation.

At school: Talk to a teacher, counsellor or student welfare officer.

On public transport: Let the bus driver or station guard know what's going on.

f you see racism towards someone else…

Back them up. You don't have to get involved in the situation – just showing your support would make a difference.

          Go and sit or stand next to them. Ask them if they're okay.

          Send the victim a message of support through Facebook, Twitter, SMS or email.

          Check out https://backmeup.somethingincommon.gov.au  to see videos made by young people across Australia showing how to support someone dealing with cyber bullying.

say no to racism!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!