Creating Safe Schools: A Practical Workshop on Bullying Detection and Prevention

This interactive, one-day workshop equips school teachers and administrators with the tools and strategies needed to detect and prevent bullying effectively. Through practical sessions, case studies, and collaborative activities, participants will develop the skills to identify early signs of bullying, understand its psychological impact on students, and foster a safe, inclusive school environment.

The workshop aims to build awareness of the different types of bullying, including physical, emotional, and cyberbullying. Participants will also learn effective intervention strategies to address and prevent bullying incidents. Additionally, the workshop will emphasize fostering a culture of open communication and trust within the school community, encouraging the reporting and resolution of bullying incidents.

By the end of this workshop, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of bullying detection and prevention strategies, with practical tools to foster a safe and supportive environment for all students.

• Understanding Bullying Types and Signs: Learn to identify physical, verbal, social, and cyberbullying and recognize subtle signs that students may exhibit when being bullied.
• Effective Intervention Techniques: Gain practical intervention skills for addressing bullying situations promptly and effectively, including classroom management strategies and conflict resolution approaches.
• Building a Supportive School Climate: Discover ways to foster an inclusive school culture where students feel safe to report incidents, promoting mutual respect and reducing bullying behaviors.
• Mental Health Awareness: Understand the psychological impact of bullying on students and learn to recognize indicators of distress, anxiety, or depression associated with victimization.
• Legal and Reporting Protocols: Become familiar with reporting protocols and Singapore’s Protection from Harassment Act (POHA), including when and how to involve legal authorities if necessary.
• Actionable Prevention Strategies: Develop a customized action plan tailored to your school’s needs, empowering staff to prevent and manage bullying incidents with clear, proactive steps.

This workshop is essential for anyone in a school setting who plays a role in shaping a safe and respectful educational environment.

• School Teachers and Classroom Educators: Those seeking to better understand, identify, and respond to bullying behaviors within the classroom setting.
• School Administrators and Principals: School leaders responsible for policy implementation and creating a safe, supportive environment for students and staff.
• School Counselors and Support Staff: Professionals focused on student well-being, mental health, and providing emotional support to bullying victims.
• Disciplinary and Student Welfare Officers: Staff managing behavioral incidents and conflict resolution, looking for effective intervention methods.
• Educational Policy Makers and School Board Members: Individuals involved in developing or overseeing anti-bullying policies and initiatives within schools.

“I have been very impressed with this course as there was a totally professional approach to class engagement and he very quickly identified our needs, offering a 1st class training course. There was excellent communication from him that gave us confidence in our work every step of the way. I would not hesitate to recommend this course.”– Khalil Hamid, Senior Security Officer, CISCO

“Not only is the trainer very helpful and friendly, he has a good understanding of the subject due to his extensive practical experience; and even more importantly, a good understanding of how to work with us as participants during the two-day course.”– Roland Dermott, Systems Analyst, SGX Singapore

“Very professional and also very approachable. The trainer kept in touch with everyone in class and made sure our needs were met. If I needed to chat about industry trends, she made time for me. Also, she has a very good understanding of my industry.” – Holly See, Security Training Manager, Singapore Cus

Mr Anil Singh - Expert Trainer in Psychology and Mental Wellness

Anil is currently a Senior Associate Lecturer, Trainer, Academic Coach, and Mental Wellness coach with 13 years of experience at various government and private institutions. He is a highly versatile educator and trainer in the areas of Public Safety & Security, Psychology, Sociology, and Interdisciplinary Studies.

As a mental wellness coach, Anil is a passionate advocate of mental wellness and psychological safety in schools, workplaces, and personal life. He aspires to motivate organisations and individuals to develop a culture of mental wellness for their staff, clients and students. Prior to lecturing full-time, Anil was a Community Outreach Manager with the National Addictions Management Service (NAMS), Institute of Mental Health (IMH), and an Executive Director of a community drug rehabilitation centre. 

Anil holds a Master of Social Sciences from the National University of Singapore, a Graduate Certificate in Innovative Approaches for Adult Learners (SUSS), and a Graduate Certificate in Social Sciences (Professional Counselling) from the Swinburne University of Technology.