The article discusses the parallels between youth bullying and institutional oppression, particularly in academic settings. The author reflects on a personal experience of mentoring a mixed-race teenager facing bullying, revealing how such experiences can harm mental health. Emphasizing the importance of equipping youth with skills to tackle bullying, the author notes that similar strategies apply to combating broader oppressive forces, such as government policies affecting universities. The piece highlights a call to action for institutions to recognize and combat the stifling impact of oppression and to empower the next generation.
When it comes to addressing the psychological harm caused by bullying, both youth and academic institutions must learn to harness effective strategies to combat oppression.
It’s crucial that we empower our youth with the tools needed to combat bullying, and we must not allow external oppressive forces to undermine their voices.
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