Helplines in China.

Are you a victim of bullying or shaming? Contact a hotline in China for support.

If you’ve been bullied or belittled at home, school, work or online, you don’t have to suffer alone. There are 10 helplines in China for people who’ve been victims of bullying. Bullying can be physical or psychological, direct or indirect, but whatever form it takes, it always hurts. Bullying can look like:

• Others have victimised you through cyber-bullying on social media, gaming platforms and online forums.
• Someone has made repeated negative comments about your appearance, culture, family, lifestyle or behaviour.
• You have been threatened or physically harassed by others on a regular basis.
• A popular or forceful person has told others not to be friends with you.
• You have been taunted, teased, threatened or harmed by others.
• You have had rumours spread about you, or frequently been blamed for things you didn’t do.
• Others have openly excluded you from social groups or activities.
• You have been embarrassed by the spreading of rumours, whether made up or true.

No matter how blatant or discrete, bullying can make you feel different, excluded and alone. Your feelings are shared and understood. Remember, bullies aren’t the boss. What bullies say or do will never reflect your worth in life, who you really are and your potential to succeed.

Right now, you might feel helpless, excluded or afraid. You may be unsure about contacting a helpline for support because of how you have been treated previously. However, helpline staff in China are well-trained in helping people like you who have been bullied. You will be treated with kindness and understanding.