Bystander Intervention

Bystander Intervention comes down to overcoming our human instinct to hang back when someone is in trouble and, instead, stepping up to help someone in a potentially dangerous situation.

Video
Watch this short video to better understand the phenomenon known as the "Bystander Effect" and what factors make us less likely to help someone in a difficult situation.

Readings
Discover intervention options from the National Sexual Violence Resource Center's "Bystander Intervention Tips and Strategies" flyer.

Check out this website that offers a lot of information and free webinar trainings on Bystander Intervention relating to unlawful harassment and discrimination.

Finally, explore this website to think through common situations that may require an engaged bystander. Look at specific scenarios, such as witnessing verbal harassment or emotionally abusive behavior, and think through practical responses.