The resolution introduced on April 8, 2025, designates April 9, 2025, as Cyberbullying Awareness and Prevention Day at the Legislature. It highlights the growing concern of cyberbullying in the digital age, particularly its detrimental effects on individuals, especially young people, leading to emotional distress, mental health challenges, and in severe cases, self-harm or suicide. The resolution emphasizes the need for a safe and respectful online environment and acknowledges the collective responsibility of parents, educators, communities, and technology companies in combating cyberbullying.
Furthermore, the resolution calls for increased education and awareness to prevent cyberbullying, urging individuals to understand its signs and consequences and to intervene effectively. It encourages the promotion of kindness, empathy, and respect in both online and offline interactions. The Senate urges the public to participate in educational campaigns, workshops, and community outreach to raise awareness about the serious impacts of cyberbullying, and it directs the Clerk to share the resolution with relevant representatives involved in Cyberbullying Awareness and Prevention Day.