This program helps schools develop an awareness, prevention and intervention plan that strengthens safety and reduces bullying. Making Schools Safer A video produced for parents shows them how to recognize and respond to bullying. Youth Taking Action Youth-led workshops and a resource manual help students and adult sponsors develop presentations in secondary schools that focus on preventing intimidation, harassment and violence. Students then take their messages to elementary and secondary schools in their communities. About 150 specially trained police officers in communities across B.C. work in partnership with the Ministry of Attorney General to prevent youth crime and to respond to calls on the Youth Against Violence line.
Officers also help with community crime prevention and school safety projects.