What is bystander intervention?
Bystander intervention is the choice to respond to a potentially harmful situation or interaction in a way that should positively influence the outcome.
Steps of Intervention
If you "See something, Say something!"
Identify the Potential Harm
Choose to Respond
Take Action
How do you "have someone's back?"
To have someone's back is to watch out for that person; to look out for their interests and stick up for them in a time of need, to make sure they are safe and to step in if they are in a risky social situation.
The Most Effective Bystander
Looks for ways to help
Observes the risks involved in dicey situations
Gets others involved
Speaks out against offensive comments
Stands up against derogatory behavior
Understands that it's better to make the right choice than the easy choice