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Supporting Gender Equality

What is gender equality, and why does it matter? People often use the words “sex” and “gender” to mean the same thing, but they are actually different: Gender equality is the idea that everyone should have the same rights, respect, and opportunities, regardless of their gender identity. Your gender should never limit what you can […]
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Have you noticed more flags recently – what do they mean?

If you’ve been on social media lately or walking around your local area, you might have noticed more flags popping up everywhere. On their own, flags are just a symbol of the country, and they can mean different things to different people. Some put them up as symbols of pride, patriotism or just decoration.   […]
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Stephen Lawrence and Racism in the UK

Stephen Lawrence was an 18-year-old Black British student who was tragically murdered in a racially motivated attack in London in 1993. It seems like a long time ago, but his story is still important today! Even though this happened a long time ago, the issues Stephen’s case highlighted are still relevant today. We want to […]
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What to Do When Your Partner Comes Out as Transgender

Learning that your partner is transgender can be a whirlwind of emotions. It can bring up a mix of confusion, love, and uncertainty. So, what do you do now? Acknowledge your feelings It’s okay to have your own feelings and questions. This is a big adjustment for you too. Allow yourself time to process your […]
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Holocaust Memorial Day: Remembering the Past to Create a Better Future

On Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD), we remember the millions of people who were killed in the Holocaust and other genocides, including the tragedy in Srebrenica. What is a genocide? Genocide is a word for when someone tries to destroy a whole group of people because of who they are. This could be because of their race, […]
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Misogyny – Making a Stand Against Hate

You might have heard the word ‘misogyny’ being used a lot recently with headlines about ‘influencers’ like Andrew Tate and allegations of a toxic, sexist environment at the Welsh Rugby Union. But do you know what it means? Our blog explains misogyny and why you should stand up against it, whatever your sex. What is misogyny? Misogyny is […]
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Grab The Meic – Dealing With Homophobic Bullying

If you’re being bullied and nobody will help you out then what can you do? Fiona contacted Grab the Meic because she’s being bullied because of her sexuality. Here’s our advice. Grab the Meic was an opportunity to ask us about anything that was worrying you. The advice was not instant and was used to […]
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Grab The Meic: Bullied By My Ex For Being A Lesbian

Exploring your sexuality can be a difficult thing as it is, without having to deal with being bullied because of it. Jade contacted Meic after an ex-boyfriend turned nasty when she told him she was a lesbian. Here’s our advice. Grab the Meic was an opportunity to ask us about anything that was worrying you. […]
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10 Cyberbullying Facts and Tips

Cyberbullying is something that affects loads of people of every age. It can be a lot harder to escape than regular bullying because it invades your home through those tiny little screens. You can’t just go home and shut the door on it. If you want to know some cyberbullying facts, tips and help then […]
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A Right To Not Be Bullied

This article was published originally for Anti-Bullying Week 2018 when Meic ran a  weeklong bullying campaign with articles and videos. Check out links to our other articles at the bottom of this article as they appear during the week.  I’m sure that you’re aware that you have rights as a young person, but how much do you […]
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Banter or Bullying?

There is a very fine line between banter and bullying. The word ‘banter’ is believed to have originated in London as street slang. It is defined by the Oxford Dictionaries as “the playful and friendly exchange of teasing remarks”. Banter can be a positive thing: it can help to build relationships and lead to a […]
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