National Bullying Prevention Month
October is National Bullying Prevention Month in the US, encouraging schools and communities to act against bullying.
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Last checked19 October 2026
First held2006
About the day
PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center, founded in 2006, leads the month and its Unity Day, when people wear and share orange to show support for kindness and inclusion.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 to 31 October 2026 | USA | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2027 | 1 to 31 October 2027 | USA | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | 1 to 31 October 2028 | USA | Set by a fixed rule |
If you need support now
In the UK, you can call Samaritans free, day or night, on 116 123. In the USA, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Anywhere else, contact your local emergency or health services.
Where this information comes from
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