A Whole-School Approach to Safety and Belonging

Preventing Violence and Bullying

The purpose of this document is to promote a positive approach to safety and belonging that aligns with school planning systems already in use in Manitoba schools. School planning teams interested in a school-wide approach to preventing, intervening in, and responding to violence and bullying will find helpful suggestions in this resource. The suggestions for a safety and belonging approach are flexible so that schools may address issues unique to their populations and contexts.

A Whole-School Approach to Safety and Belonging: Preventing Violence and Bullying uses a seven-step process to address issues related to violence, bullying, intimidation, and harassment by promoting a safe school climate. Additional resources and references are provided at the end of the document.

Complete document ( Adobe 469 KB)

Cover and Acknowledgements ( 92 KB)

Introduction and Preamble ( 48 KB)

Inclusive Planning for Safety and Belonging ( 69 KB)

Whole-School Planning for Safety and Belonging ( 141 KB)

Resources ( 256 KB)

References ( 54 KB)

For further information regarding A Whole-School Approach to Safety and Belonging: Preventing Violence and Bullying , please contact:

Lorna Martin
Consultant
Program and Student Services Branch
Manitoba Education, Citizenship and Youth
206-1181 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3G 0T3

Phone: 204-945-7964
Manitoba Toll Free: (800) 282-8069, ext. 7964
Email: lorna.martin@gov.mb.ca