FrontlineSMS:BullyProofopen source mobile bullying incident reporting system : FrontlineSMS:BullyProofopen source mobile bullying incident reporting system A new social innovation. A solution to reduce bullying which enables students to report anonymously and schools to respond instantly to bullying or cyber bullying incidences.
FrontlineSMS:BullyProof software is available free to all schools and organisations that have an existing policy on bullying.
We provide a kit, installation help and support. Pay only for a GSM modem or attach a compatible mobile phone.
Available April 2010.
FrontlineSMS:BullyProofopen source mobile bullying incident reporting system : FrontlineSMS:BullyProofopen source mobile bullying incident reporting system FrontlineSMS:BullyProof is a mobile bullying incident reporting system built on top of FrontlineSMS, a project of kiwanja.net which is an affordable, standalone turn-key solution to NGOs, allowing them to use SMS technology.
I'm pleased to announce that I've teamed up with FrontlineSMS to form FrontlineSMS:Bullyproof.
We are committed to ensuring all schools and organisations have access to this important tool and supporting the further development of this and many other social innovations in the future.
FrontlineSMS:BullyProofopen source mobile bullying incident reporting system : FrontlineSMS:BullyProofopen source mobile bullying incident reporting system Bystanders are an important key to resolving bullying.
FrontlineSMS:BullyProof provides a discrete method of reporting and a centralized log for archiving all reports of bullying for future reference.
Every school needs a system like this as a addition to other bully reporting systems. Most schools could not afford a commercial SMS software package.
FrontlineSMS:BullyProof removes the financial barrier to use this communication method.
Kids Helpline Bullying Statistics : Kids Helpline Bullying Statistics Of children who call KHL:
Ninety-four percent of callers have been bullied at least once.
Ten percent of callers report experiencing continual harassment while at school.
Bullying is ranked as the 2nd most common reason kids younger than 10 years phone KHL. KidsHelp.com.au. 2007
Key Information : Key Information School ownership (of software, project, data)
Works with standard wireless Internet modems
Platform is free and works on available hardware
Highly replicable and scalable
No need for the internet
Low cost. USB modems now cost less than $100.00 AUD
Schools can determine which features to use
Who Should Use It? : Who Should Use It? Teachers, School Psychologists, Counsellors, Principals, School Well-Being Teams, Year Group Leaders.
Other users could be Tertiary Student Unions, Unions, Aid Organisations, Domestic Violence Support Agencies, Migrant Resource Centers, Human Rights Organisations, Sporting Clubs and Associations, Apprenticeship Bodies, Scouts and Girl Guides.
What's in the Kit? : What's in the Kit? Free SMS software with features including; groups, auto reply text messaging, email forwarding and polls and surveys
A commercial GSM USB modem *(optional purchase for $309.00) or use your own compatible phone
Pre-populated database with auto reponse messages, bully tips, advice and strategies
Local crisis and helplines referral system is also available (Australian and UK versions at this time)
A user manual
Primary and secondary lesson plans
Templates for promotional materials (poster/flyer design included) aimed at students
Secure bully incident mapping application. Data visualisation and advanced reporting. Public/Private (additional $479.00)
Installation support and online email and txt support
Hardware : Hardware
Slide 9 :
Slide 10 : Basic Messaging Process
Sending a Report : Sending a Report Compose a message:
bullied yr
e.g. bullied yr 7 Jackie Mc Donald has taken a bad photo of Sara Phillips and she's threatening to post it on facebook after school. They are in the girls toilets main building.
Receiving a Response : Receiving a Response Response message for students Thanks for your message. We will respond asap to assist you. Consider contacting KIDS HELPLINE: 1800 55 1800 to discuss your bullying issue.
Receiving a Response : Receiving a Response Response message for teachers A bullying report from someone in yr 7: Jackie Mc Donald has taken a bad photo of Sara Phillips and she's threatening to post it on facebook after school. They are in the girls toilets main building... Please respond asap or forward to the appropriate person(s) who can.
The Suite of Mobile Applications : The Suite of Mobile Applications SMS Software
Incident Mapping Application
Mobile Internet Website
SMS Survey and Polling
Brainstorming Bullies http://bullyproof.frontlinesms.com
SMS Software : SMS Software ? Groups. Broadcast to groups
? Keyword, auto reply text messaging
? Forwarding SMS to Email
? Polls and surveys
? Reminders
? Study aids and tips
? Exam results
? PTA notifications
? Alerts to parents and guardians
? Truancy reporting
Brainstorming Bullies : Brainstorming Bullies ? Teachers submit challenges
Teachers form groups by topic or class
? Students post ideas, solutions
? Students can collaborate
? Polls and surveys
? Vote best ideas and solutions up
Implement best ideas and share with
other schools
Bully Mapper : Bully Mapper Students or teachers send reports to a the
Frontlinesms:bullyproof software or via online
form or email.
Administrators of the Bully Mapper website can
then verify and plot the report on the map.
Use this visual information to see trends in
bullying over various geographical areas.
See a demo on the website.
Mobile Website : Mobile Website Access from Internet ready mobile devices
Anti-Bullying helplines
Bullying resources
Tips and strategies for dealing with bullies
Surveys and Polls : Surveys and Polls
Other Uses in a School Setting : Other Uses in a School Setting ? Groups. Broadcast to groups
? Keyword, auto reply text messaging
? Forwarding SMS to Email
? Polls and surveys
? Reminders
? Study aids and tips
? Exam results
? PTA notifications
? Alerts to parents and guardians
? Truancy reporting
Demonstrations : Demonstrations You may try a demo using the instructions on the poster (international use +61404 947 147 or Aus 0404 947 147).
To experience the demo as both a reporting student and a receiving teacher you need to FIRST compose and send a message: join teacher. Wait for a moment and then compose a message: bullied yr 7
You may experience some delays as occasionally my laptop is not on for an hour or so :^) If the software is active responses are returned within 60-90 seconds.
Other keywords you can try include; instruct, bully tip 1.2.3, bully resources, help yourself, help others, anti-bully ideas. Send to the number above.
More Information : More Information Brendan O'Keefe – Founder
Naïve Experts
ABN: 60 118 175 136
Tel AU: +61 (0)424 421 078
PH: +63 (0)939 311 3817
brendan@bullyproof.frontlinesms.com
Skype: ideasthatgive
Suite 4/80 Saltley St
South Kingsville 3015
Victoria, Australia http://bullyproof.frontlinesms.com
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