Children across Wiltshire are set to benefit from a generous donation made by a leading housebuilder to a national anti-bullying charity.
Barratt David Wilson Homes South West has pledged £1,500 to the Anti-Bullying Alliance, helping to strengthen the charity’s mission to promote kindness, inclusion and understanding in schools and communities across the country.
The Anti-Bullying Alliance, which works tirelessly to raise awareness about bullying and its far-reaching effects, welcomes the timely support as preparations get underway for this year’s Anti-Bullying Week, running from 10th to 14th November. This year’s campaign carries the theme Power for Good and includes the popular Odd Socks Day, where children are encouraged to wear odd socks as a simple way of celebrating everyone’s uniqueness.
Martha Evans, director of the Anti-Bullying Alliance, explained the importance of the ongoing fight against bullying: “One in five children are affected by bullying every year, which has serious consequences for mental health, school attendance and long-term wellbeing. We are extremely grateful for the donation from Barratt David Wilson Homes South West. Contributions like this help us to reach millions of children across the UK, including many here in Wiltshire.”
The charity is calling on schools, families, and even workplaces to take part in this year’s campaign to raise both awareness and additional funds, helping to spread the message even further.
Louise Ware, sales director for Barratt David Wilson Homes South West, said: “We’re proud to support the Anti-Bullying Alliance and the invaluable work they carry out within our communities. Their campaigns make a genuine difference, and we hope our donation helps ensure they can continue reaching both children and educators who need them.”
As the Anti-Bullying Week campaign approaches, children, parents, and schools across Wiltshire are encouraged to get involved, with every odd pair of socks worn sending a clear message that being different should always be celebrated.
