Your Voice: What's the best way to combat bullying?

The Richmond News has turned its attention to bullying this week ahead of Pink Shirt Day, an annual awareness day, Feb. 27. 

The annual day of wearing pink attire in February usually coincides with anti-bullying efforts in Richmond's schools. While some parents debate the effectiveness of a single day devoted to ending bullying, there's no denying it's a pervasive issue in schools (and sometimes workplaces) across the country. 

We asked Richmondites what they think the best ways are to put an end to it. 

Thomas Gao

Student

"The best way to combat bullying, in my opinion, is don't give the bullies a thing where they think that you're vulnerable. Treat them as if you don't care.

But if they continue bullying you, you might want to ask the teachers or the principal to help."

Jack Liu

Real estate

"I think it needs to start with the parents side. They need to educate their kids early."

Alex Rushowic

Accounting

"I think raising awareness, in general, is probably the best way to combat it.

I think if everyone's more aware of the topic, then people think about it on the daily."

Ada Chao

Student

"I think my school is very good. My teacher is very kind."

Jaime Romero

Father

"You have to educate the fathers, mothers, family at home. I have two girls, so we try to be open-minded at home."