Whether you’ve been bullied, online, at home, at school or at work, you are never alone. Support is always available. There are 4 helplines in Greece for the victims of bullying. Reach out today to connect with someone who understands how lonely and afraid you feel. If you resonate with any of the following, seek support from a helpline near you:

Someone has made repeated negative comments about your appearance, culture, family, lifestyle or behaviour.
You have been threatened, belittled or shamed by someone on gaming or social media platforms.
Others have purposely left you out of social groups at school, work or elsewhere.
One or more people has repeatedly called you names and teased or humiliated you.
You have been threatened or physically harassed by others on a regular basis.
You have been the victim of pranks, rumours, naming and shaming online.
Others have openly left you out of friendship groups and activities in a shaming way.
A popular or forceful person has told others not to be friends with you.

These are all ways in which bullies might try to boost their status at your expense, making you feel shamed, isolated and small. Yet, bullying in no way reflects who you truly are, what you’re capable of achieving, how you actually look, or how much you are valued by others.

The victims of bullying are always innocent, and bullying is never deserved. Although you may feel trapped, alone or incapable, there are people in Greece who care and can provide you support. Helpline volunteers and counselors will offer you a listening ear and will work through difficult emotions with you.