Helplines in Southland, New Zealand.

Is bullying making you feel trapped and afraid? Contact a Southland, New Zealand crisis line for support.

Whether you’ve been bullied, online, at home, at school or at work, you are never alone. Support is always available. There are 0 helplines in Southland, New Zealand 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:

• You have had rumours spread about you, or frequently been blamed for things you didn’t do.
• You have been trolled, insulted or humiliated on social media.
• Others have openly left you out of friendship groups and activities in a shaming way.
• Someone has shared private, negative, false or harmful pictures, content or rumours about you.
• A popular or forceful person has told others not to be friends with you.
• One or more people have repeatedly sworn at, called names, taunted or physically harassed you.
• Someone has made repeated negative comments about your appearance, culture, family, lifestyle or behaviour.
• Others have victimised you through cyber-bullying on social media, gaming platforms and online forums.

Bullying has many faces, but it is never earned or deserved. While bullying might make you feel inferior, ugly, ashamed and alone, it is never a true reflection of who you are. You are loved, valued and understood. There are people waiting to support you, so reach out.

The victims of bullying are always innocent, and bullying is never deserved. Although you may feel trapped, alone or incapable, there are people in Southland, New Zealand 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.