The purpose of the act is to deter, prevent and mitigate harm caused by digital communications and provide victims of harmful digital communication
If you’re in need of help because you are being bullied online, tell a official teacher of a registered school. In the old Harmful Digital Communication act only the police could intervene but in the new one teachers can.
Why does this law exist?
This law exists so that people who are being bullied through digital communications can be helped and not lead themselves into the belief that they are worthless. It also exists so that the bullies can stop being bullies and stop them from harming other in the future.
Why is cyber safety important?
Cyber safety is important because if your not cyber safe because if your not you could get into serious trouble and get bullied online.
How do we deal with online bullying if it occurs/ who can help?
If online bullying occurs you can call a cyber bullying help line and you can tell your teacher.
