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Cyber Bullying and the Law - Coggle Diagram
Cyber Bullying and the Law
Defining Cyber Bullying
Cyberbullying is bullying that is done through the use of technology. For example, using the Internet, a mobile phone or a camera to hurt or embarrass someone is considered cyberbullying.
Australian Human Rights Commission
People make comments on social media that they may not say to someone to face. These comments on social media can be just as damaging as any other form of bullying. Cyber-bullying can be hurtful and in some circumstances it can also be a criminal act.
NSW Police
Laws to Protect against Cyberbullying
Dolly's Law (NSW), cyberbullies could face up to five years prison time for sending abusive emails or posting hurtful messages.
Criminal Code Act 1995 (Cth) - using a phone or internet to threaten or intimidate another person
Online Safety Act 2021
What can cyberbullying look like?
Imitation
Abusive texts, emails & posts
Spreading lies online
Hurtful comments
making threats
Intimidation
Exclusion
Digital Technology Laws
AI regulation is on the 2024 parliamentary agenda
Privacy Act - addresses data flow, collection and use
Telecommunications Act (1997)
Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2019
Where can cyberbullying occur?
Facebook
Instagram
TikTok
Online Gaming Platforms
Blogs
Messenger & WhatsApp - Messaging Services
Prevention of Cyberbullying
Education programs
Community engagement
Parental engagement
School anti-bullying policies