Bullying is name-calling on the playground or a push in the hallway; it’s a harsh reality that leaves silent scars on children every single day. For many kids, school isn’t just about learning math or reading stories; it’s about surviving the whispers, the jokes that sting, and the moments of being left out when all they wanted was to belong.
This is exactly why Manu Dhaumya decided to step up and dedicate his life to changing the story for children everywhere.
Why Bullying Can’t Be Ignored
When we think of bullying, it’s easy to picture loud fights or mean words, but the truth is far heavier. Bullying wears many faces; it can be as obvious as pushing or hitting, but it can also hide in silence, exclusion, gossip, or even online spaces where cruel comments spread faster than kindness.
For children, these experiences don’t just fade away at the end of the school day. They carry them home, to bed, and into the next morning. Over time, the weight of bullying chips away at their confidence, making them feel smaller, lonelier, and unheard.
Ignoring bullying doesn’t just let it grow; it tells kids their pain doesn’t matter. That’s a message no child should ever hear.
A Book That Builds Courage, Not Fear
That’s where United Against Bullies comes in, a book written not just to explain what bullying looks like, but to give children the courage to stand tall, speak up, and believe in kindness as their superpower.
Instead of filling pages with warnings and rules, the book offers:
- Stories kids can relate to: real-life situations where bullying often hides.
- Fun activities and chants: to help children practice brave steps in a safe way.
- Simple tools, like “The Feelings Meter”, to help kids understand their emotions.
- Practical steps: on how to stand up for themselves and for others.
But this book is just the beginning; the real power lies in the man behind it.
The Man Who Stands Against Bullies
Manu Dhaumya, the founder of United Against Bullies, didn’t just write a book; he built a movement. For more than a decade, he has been working in schools and communities to raise awareness about bullying and to create safe spaces where children can grow with courage.
His work has been recognised on national and international platforms, earning him:
- The Mayor’s Award
- The High Sheriff’s Award
- The Inspiration Award from Reading and Wokingham Council
- Multiple Pride of Reading nominations
- Features on BBC and ITV for his mission
But beyond the awards, his biggest achievement is the trust he has built with children, parents, and teachers. Through sports sponsorships, workshops, and school programs, he has shown that resilience isn’t about being tough on others; it’s about kindness, teamwork, and lifting each other.
His message is simple but powerful: Every child deserves to feel safe, heard, and valued.
What You Can Do Today
The fight against bullying isn’t just his mission; it’s every parent, teacher, and community member must take part in. You don’t need to start a movement to make a difference; small actions in daily life can create safe spaces for kids.
Here’s what you can do right now:
- Listen more carefully when children share their feelings.
- Encourage kindness as a daily habit, not just a special lesson.
- Create safe corners at home and school where kids can speak without fear.
- Support anti-bullying programs in schools and communities.
- Model empathy and respect so kids learn it by watching you.[
Every child needs to know they’re not alone. And every adult has the power to make sure of that.
Bullying may look like a child’s problem, but its impact stretches far beyond childhood. When ignored, it damages self-esteem, confidence, and trust. But when addressed with courage and kindness, it becomes a chance to teach resilience, empathy, and unity.
Thanks to voices like Manu Dhaumya’s, children now have a guide that reminds them of their strength. And thanks to movements like United Against Bullies, parents and teachers have tools to build kinder, braver spaces.
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