High rates of Exposure to Violence
The research by Highberg surveyed 637 children, ages 9 to 13. The results indicated that 75% of the participants (which includes those children identified as victims, witnesses, or perpetrators) reported experiencing violence in one form or another, such as physical, verbal, or psychological violence.

In fact, 84% of the children indicated that they had witnessed violence, primarily occurring at /at their school or on school property.

Among those who had been directly exposed to violence, 82% reported that it had occurred at or on the grounds of their school, while 23% indicated that it had occurred on the street. Thus, schools continue to be the two major environments in which children encounter adverse behaviours.

Personal Experiences Highlight Long-Term Effects
In several instances, the speakers will highlight their personal experiences and how deeply such incidents affect them.

For example, Renée, a 12-year-old girl, discussed experiencing bullying for many years, both in person and online, beginning in group 5 and continuing into secondary school. She stated that her classmates would gather at her home after school, wait for her to come home from school, and send her threatening messages via WhatsApp. Renée remember the worst time was 3.

5 years ago, but she continues to deal with the emotional consequences of being bullied and often questions her.