NO ESCAPE

A group of students are campaigning with Fixers to break the cycle of bullying after reporting that perpetrators have often experienced some form of abuse themselves.

Issues: Work+Play

Bullying - Wake Up

A teenager wants to reduce the number of bullying incidents among young people. William Hawcroft is challenging bullies to become better people in a powerful Fixers film which urges: ‘it’s never too late to make a change.’

Issues: Abuse

School Bullies Fix on UTV Live

Nathan McCard, 18, from Lisburn in County Antrim, wants to encourage people being bullied to seek help.

Issues: Abuse

Disabled Bullying Fix on ITV News Meridian (W)

Lauren Taylor, 22, from Bournemouth, wants to show how bullying can impact someone with disabilities.

Bullying: Harley's Story

Harley, 20, says years of being bullied left him feeling miserable, worthless and insecure. With Fixers, he’s helped to create this film to show the emotional impact of bullying, in the hope that it will stop the abuse.

Issues: Abuse

Project Bully

Dougie Noble (18) from the Scottish town of Coupar Angus was picked on by his peers. Now, he wants to help prevent young people from becoming bullies by identifying and tackling the root causes of abusive behaviour.

Issues: Abuse

Beat The Bullies Fix on ITV News Tyne Tees

Rae Bolton, 25, from South Shields, wants more support for children being bullied in school.

Issues: Mind

Curtis' anti-bullying film on ITV

Curtis Boylan, 19, a young man from Leeds who was bullied at school is working with Fixers to create an anti-bullying film, making bullies aware of the effects they have on their victims. Broadcast on ITV News Calendar, February 2013

Issues: Mind, Abuse, Prejudice

Perfect Little Lives || Bullying From Both Sides

Amy Payne, 19, from Southampton, wants people to realise that bullies need help too.

Issues: Abuse

Bullying Impact Fix on ITV News Meridian (E)

Stephanie Keenan, 18, from Ramsgate, is encouraging victims of bullying to confide in someone they trust.

Issues: Mind

Fixers Bullying Story on ITV News Tyne Tees

Fixer Kat McCluskey, 21, from Cramlington, Northumberland is encouraging victims of bullying to channel their frustration into creativity. Her story was broadcast on Thursday 9th May 2013 on ITV News Tyne Tees.

Issues: Abuse, Relating

Why Did You?

Lauren Taylor, 20, from Bournemouth, wants to show people that being bullied made her a stronger person.

Issues: Abuse

Bullying And Disabilities

Joseph Vinson (20) from Seaham in County Durham was bullied for having a disability. With Fixers, he’s helped create this film to encourage people to stand up for those who can’t stand up for themselves.

Issues: Abuse

Fixers Bearded and Bullied Story on ITV News London, March 2015

After enduring years of bullying for having facial hair, Harnaam Kaur is demonstrating the lasting impact of hurtful words. Twenty-four-year-old Harnaam grew a beard as a side-effect of polycystic ovary syndrome and has faced cruel taunts about her appearance. This story was broadcast on ITV News London in March 2015.

Issues: Abuse

Bullying and Mental Health

Having experienced bullying, Emily Willis (16) from Surrey is highlighting the negative impacts such actions can have on mental health.

Issues: Abuse

Don't Bully: The Young Person's Guide To Bullying

Anita Dennison (19) from Newry in County Down has experienced bullying and now wants to encourage others facing cruel taunts, physical violence or online abuse to speak out and seek help. With Fixers, she’s created this film to shed light on the various different types of bullying so young people can recognise when they need support.

Issues: Abuse

Speak Up

Fixer Sophie Thorne, 17, from Swindon worked with Fixers in making this short film and animation to help young people take action and deal with online bullying.

Issues: Abuse, Safety

Cyber Bullying Stops Now

A group of Fixers from Belfast, led by Kaitlyn McCoubrey, want to stop cyber-bullying with a two-part viral video based on a simple idea: 'If you don't behave like this in real life, don't behave like it online!'. This film is part 2 of 2.

Issues: Abuse

Cyber Bullying Stops Now

A group of Fixers from Belfast, led by Kaitlyn McCoubrey, want to stop cyber-bullying with a two-part viral video based on a simple idea: 'If you don't behave like this in real life, don't behave like it online!'. This film is part 1 of 2.

Issues: Abuse

Anti-Bullying Art Installation Video

Watch the video used in Leeds Fixer Curtis Boylan's, 19, art installation aimed at discouraging bullying by showing young people what it really feels like. The video is part of an art installation to be used by schools as an educational tool.

Issues: Abuse

Understanding Bullies

Laura Ward (17) from Newcastle is using a film about her experiences of being bullied at school to make bullies think twice about their actions and deter them from abusing others.

Issues: Abuse

Banter and Bullying

Fixer Laura Iles from Worcester wants to raise awareness about the difference between banter and bullying.

Issues: Abuse

Bully gettin' a shock

Sharlie is tackling the trend of posting bullying videos online.

Issues: Abuse

Surviving Bullies Fix on ITV News Wales at Six

‘I remember feeling very sad and lonely. I thought there was something wrong with me. If you’re getting emotionally bullied no one else can see it and some people don’t take that seriously.’ Ffion Murray, from Cardiff, is urging victims of bullying not to let negative words define who they are as a person. This story was broadcast on ITV News Wales at Six in February 2016.

Issues: Mind

Fixers Racist Bullying Story on ITV News London

After experiencing racist bullying growing up, Tamanna Miah (20) from Kent is taking a stand and making her voice heard to quell discrimination. This story was broadcast on ITV News London in June 2014.

Issues: Abuse

PUSHED TO SELF-HARM || The Results of Bullying

Danny Tuson is concerned about the impact bullying can have on young people. With Fixers he has created a film to highlight the issue.

Issues: Abuse

Fixers Tackle Bullying Story on ITV News Meridian (E) May 2015

Standing up to bullies, Eloise Sears (18) from Hastings urges everyone to play a part in putting a stop to abusive behaviour. This story was broadcast on ITV News Meridian (E) in May 2015.

Issues: Abuse

Bullying Signs Fix on ITV News Central

'At the first school, I got pushed over and called names like "fat" and "chubby." I got stuff taken from me a lot. At the second school I was bullied again, but it was dealt with. I went to a teacher and it was sorted.’ After she was forced to move schools to escape her tormentors, Sophie Roberts is helping teachers to spot signs of bullying in the classroom. This story was broadcast on ITV News Central in February 2016.

Issues: Abuse

It's Not Over

Bullied growing up, Stephanie Allen (16) from Newcastle wants others with similar experiences to know they’re not alone. With Fixers, she and her team have made a film showing victims of bullying the importance of talking to someone and never giving up.

Issues: Abuse

Against Bullies Fix on ITV News West Country

Ashley Carter, 16, from Taunton, wants to stop people being bullied because they look different

Issues: Abuse

Bullying Blues Fix on ITV News Calendar

Jorjia Reed, 16, from Halifax, West Yorkshire, who has been bullied in the past, has teamed up with Fixers and is using music to inspire others with similar experiences to stay strong.

Issues: Abuse

Racial Bullying

Racial abuse doesn't always have to be physical to leave scars. Tamanna Miah (20) from Kent, created this film with Fixers to raise awareness of racist bullying.

Issues: Abuse

Fixers Racist Bullying Story on ITV Meridian (E), July 2014

Having suffered racist bullying, Tamanna Miah from Kent wants more people to recognise the damaging effects of discrimination. The 20-year-old from Sevenoaks says she was the victim of racist taunts and abuse throughout her school years, which seriously affected her confidence. This story was broadcast on ITV News Meridian (E) in July 2014.

Issues: Prejudice

To Break a Soul

Iona Kelly (17) from Moray, Scotland and her team are showing bullies the impact their actions can have on others.

Issues: Abuse

Online Bullies Fix on UTV Live, January 2014

A group of Fixers from Belfast have created two short films with the help of Fixers, telling internet trolls to think before they act. This story was broadcast on UTV Live in January 2014.

Issues: Abuse

Bully Behaviour

Seventeen-year-old 'Máire', whose real name has not been used, was bullied by her own friends. Often made to feel like an outsider, she’s helped to produce a Fixers film showing what could be classed as bully behaviour.

Issues: Abuse

Act on Bullies Fix on ITV News Merdian (E), November 2013

A group of Fixers from Brighton have created a hard-hitting anti-bullying play to be taken into schools and colleges. This story was broadcast on ITV Meridian News (W), November 2013

Issues: Abuse

Act on Bullies Fix on ITV Meridian News (W), November 2013

A group of Fixers from Brighton have created a hard-hitting anti-bullying play to be taken into schools and colleges. This story was broadcast on ITV Meridian News (W), November 2013

Issues: Abuse

Fixers Act on Bullies Story on ITV News West Country (E), June 2015

‘They called me fat, snob or drama queen. I even still have dreams from when it was happening and I’ll wake up in the middle of night.’ Holly Painter (19) from Yate in South Gloucestershire is using her experiences to show how creative coping mechanisms can combat bullying. This story was broadcast on ITV News West Country (E) in June 2015.

Issues: Abuse

Trolling Hurts Fix on ITV News Central

‘I had a friend who started getting messages about her weight. Instead of blocking them she retaliated and that only led to more and more messages coming through anonymously.’ Glen O’Gorman is tackling online bullying through performance art. The youth theatre director says he is seeing more and more young people using smart phones, putting them at risk of cyber abuse. His story was told on ITV News Central and ITV News Anglia on Thursday, August 4.

Issues: Safety

To Whom it May Concern

Fixer Aimee Knell (18) from Haywards Heath, is concerned that victims of bullying feel like there is no way out. With Fixers she has created a film to highlight that there is always a light at the end of the tunnel.

Issues: Abuse

Break the Silence: Abuse

Thalia Fernandez, 19, is using her experience of being bullied in primary school to encourage other victims to reach out and get help.

Issues: Abuse

Bullying: The Domino Effect

Letting your bad mood out on others can fuel a cycle of negative behaviour and even turn you into a bully, according to a youth worker from Glasgow. Jodie Armour, 21, wants people to understand how anger can have a domino effect.

Issues: Relating

Trans Bullying

Matt Hood, 16, from Edinburgh, wants to educate students about the issues facing trans teens.

Issues: Prejudice

What the Gay is Happening to our Country? Homophobic Bullying

Freddy White (18) from Slough wants to end negative attitudes towards those who are LGBTQ. He and his team have created this Fixers film to bring an end to homophobic bullying.

Issues: Prejudice

Social Media Bullies Fix on UTV Live

‘Cyberbullying can lead to depression, anxiety, self-harm, suicide and feeling alone. It’s not okay. It’s not funny. It’s hurtful to other people.’ Amy-Leigh McGuire (16) and her team want young people to be aware of the impact cyberbullying can have. This story was broadcast in September 2015.

Issues: Abuse

Fixers Beat Online Bullies Story on ITV News Anglia, April 2014

Fixer Tom Bryant (23) from Essex wants social networking sites to close in on cyberbullies by adding a clearly visible panic button to their pages.

Issues: Abuse

Bullying Week Update On ITV News West Country (E)

‘We have all this technology which is absolutely amazing for keeping in touch, but it’s important that people think about what they’re sending before they put it out there.’ Carney Bonner (22), two years on from the start of his campaign, is continuing his succesful workshops to stamp out cyber-bullying in schools. This story was broadcast in September 2015

Issues: Abuse

Cyber Bullying Fix on ITV News Cymru Wales, December 2013.

Fixer Jessica-Jade Davies (17) from Merthyr Tydfil in Wales has helped to create an anti-cyber bullying campaign with a twist. This story was broadcast on ITV News Cymru Wales, December 2013.

Issues: Abuse

Fixers Words Hurt Story on ITV News Cymru Wales, June 2014

Fixer Taylor MacLeod (17) from Pembrokeshire wants others to see the fine line between teasing and tormenting, so they understand that what might seem harmless to one person, could be hurtful to another. This story was broadcast on ITV news Cymru Wales in June 2014.

Issues: Abuse

Am I a Bully?

A group of Fixers from Pembroke, led by 17-year-old Taylor MacLeod, have helped create an animation to highlight the fine line between banter and bullying.

Issues: Abuse

Hate Bullying

Janine Carapatan, 19, from Belfast, says nobody should be bullied because of their differences

Issues: Abuse

I Feel...

A team of Fixers from County Durham, who have all suffered abuse and/or marginalisation in their local area due to their sexual orientation, have come together to create this film aimed at challenging homophobic bullying. They plan to use their film in schools to raise awareness of the serious impacts this type of abuse has on victims.

Issues: Abuse

Don't Stay Silent

Faith wants her story to highlight the consequences of bullying

Issues: Prejudice

Sophie cyber-bullying broadcast (ITV Meridian West)

Fixer Sophie Thorne, 17, fro Swindon hopes to raise awareness of cyber-bullying by creating a short film and animation based on her experiences. Broadcast on ITV News Meridian, November 2012

Issues: Abuse, Safety

Friendship Rules Fix on ITV News Wales at Six

‘When I was in year seven at school I used to get bullied because I was overweight. I got called names. I got pushed around. It made me feel isolated, frustrated and upset.’ Jess Thompson from Argoed in Gwent, who is now 17, is determined that other children should not have to suffer like she did. Her story was broadcast on ITV News Wales on Thursday, July 14.

Issues: Relating

Gay Rights Fix on ITV News Calendar

Fixers Millie Allen and and Nathan Jarvis, both 23 and from Scarborough, are hoping to change the negative attitudes some people have towards LGBT people in their community. The story about their campaign was shown on ITV News Calendar in August 2013.

Issues: Abuse, Prejudice

Express Yourself

A Fixers film by Kat McCluskey (21) of Northumberland telling the story of a girl who was bullied but found a release through the creative arts, namely dance. The short film follows the narrative path of a poem written by 14-year-old Isabella Troy.

Issues: Mind, Abuse

Gypsy Travellers

Jolene Smith (16) is using a short animated film to encourage young people to understand the gypsy community better, to help stop stereotypes against the travelling community.

Issues: Abuse, Prejudice

Fixers Gay & Ok Story on ITV News West Country (W), June 2014

Fixer Cassie Guy (18) from Cornwall is urging others to take a stand against homophobic bullying after she felt her school life suffered as a result of anti-LGBT abuse. This story was broadcast on ITV News West Country (W) in June 2014.

Issues: Prejudice

Gay Rights Story on ITV News Tyne Tees

Fixers Millie Allen and and Nathan Jarvis, both 23 and from Scarborough, are creating a campaign to put a stop to homophobic bullying. The story about their campaign was shown on ITV News Tyne Tees in August 2013.

Issues: Abuse, Prejudice

Sophie's Cyberbullying Story on ITV

Fixer Sophie Thorne, 17, from Swindon discusses her experiences with cyberbullying and what she is doing to raise awareness of this new form of abuse. Broadcast on ITV News West Country, November 2012.

Issues: Abuse

The Test

Aaron Simon, 20, from Yate worked with Fixers in creating this Victorian-themed silent movie which challenges the misconceptions people hold against young people with learning difficulties.

Issues: Prejudice

Learning Difficulties story on ITV News West Country (E)

Fixers Aaron Simon (20) and Anthony Ray-Smith (21) from Yate feel the negative stereotypes against people with learning difficulties are old-fashioned and incorrect. This story about their campaign was shown on ITV News West Country (E) in August 2013.

Issues: Prejudice, Relating

Homophobic Bullying Fix on ITV News Calendar

Fixer James Sutcliffe (20) a group of other young people in Dewsbury are facing up to homophobic bullying, by making an educational DVD for schools and colleges that challenges local prejudices.

Issues: Abuse, Prejudice

UNDER MY SKIN || Don't Judge Me

A film asking people to stop judging others on first appearances. Three characters invite the viewer to reconsider their first impressions and look a litter deeper before making judgement.

Issues: Prejudice

A Nightmare On Cyber Street

Melissa Smith, 19, from Stockton-on-Tees has been a victim of cyberbullying. She’s helped create this film with Fixers to show how online abuse can affect young people.

Issues: Abuse

Homophobia Story on ITV News Anglia

Sarah Marchant, 24, and her group of Fixers from Norwich are creating a unique art installation to highlight the effects of homophobic bullying. Their story was featured on ITV News Anglia on Thursday 9th May 2013.

Issues: Abuse, Prejudice

Accept Different Sexualities

A group of young people from the LGBT community in Paisley, Scotland, have created this film with Fixers to encourage others to be more understanding of alternative sexualities.

Issues: Prejudice

Just Be Me

Jordan O’Gorman (18) from Peterlee in County Durham was targeted by bullies for being transgender. With Fixers, he’s helped create this music video to make others realise that transphobic and homophobic bullying is not acceptable.

Issues: Abuse, Prejudice

Armagh Cyber-Bullying Event

With the help of more than 50 young people from across Northern Ireland, a group of Armagh Fixers have created a special anti-cyberbullying banner, colourfully capturing their thoughts on the issue. This is how it happened.

Issues: Abuse

Homophobic Bullying on ITV News Lookaround

Fixer David Shields ,21, from the Scottish Borders is working to stomp out homophobic bullying in schools. His story was broadcast on ITV News Lookaround on Thursday 9th May 2013.

Issues: Abuse, Prejudice

Talking about Homophobia

Fixer Millie Allen (24) and her group from Scarborough help create a short film about the effects of homophobic bullying. Millie experienced years of verbal and physical abuse and now wants to educate young people to stop it happening to others.

Issues: Abuse

I am

A teenager with Tourette’s has told how he tried to take his own life because of trolls. Joshua Hewitt, from Richhill, Co Armagh, became a target in the classroom over his involuntary outbursts and physical jerks. The abuse spread online, and Joshua was bombarded with hundreds of messages from people threatening to stab him. In this Fixers film he tells his story.

Issues: Abuse

Tolerance and Understanding around Mental Health

Heather, 19, from Wakefield, wants people to be aware of hidden mental health and stand up to the bullies.

Issues: Prejudice

Fixers Cyberbullying Story on ITV News Central, February 2014

Fixer Carney Bonner (20) from Cheltenham, is campaigning for an anti-cyberbullying week to be introduced in schools after his own experience with online bullies. This story was broadcast on ITV News Central in February 2014.

Issues: Abuse

Andrew's Autism Awareness film

Issues: Prejudice

Fixers return to ITV West Country

Catch up on the return Fixers broadcasts in the ITV West Country region

Different Perspectives

Bristol Fixer John Denver, 19, helped creating this film based on his experience as a foster child, explaining that although foster children may have a complex family setup, they do not deserve to be bullied or treated any differently to a "normal" child.

Issues: Home, Relating

Fixers return to ITV West region

Catch up on the return Fixers broadcasts in the ITV West region

Martial Arts

After an incident with a bully affected his self-esteem, Conor Kemp from Larne turned to martial arts. The 21-year-old is now showing how the discipline can improve physical and mental well-being.

Issues: Work+Play

FIxers first broadcast in Wales

A look at the future of Fixers in Wales, broadcast on ITV News Cymru Wales, February 2013

Autism Insight Fix on ITV News Lookaround

Andrew Hughes, 24, from Carlisle, wants young people to have a better understanding of autism.

Issues: Relating

Fixers Bereavment Story on ITV Westcountry

Jasmine Crayton, 17, and her group of Fixers from Cornwall want schools to be better prepared to help and support young people in their bereavement process. They shared their story and campaign with ITV News West Country.

Issues: Home, Relating

Non-Binary

Lou Rapado-Evans, 18, from Swansea, wants to help people understand the term 'non-binary'.

Issues: Relating

What's Dyspraxia Fix on ITV News Tyne Tees

Rachel Harris, 20, from Middlesbrough, wants more support for young people with dyspraxia in schools.

Issues: Relating

Asberger's Awareness Fix on ITV News Lookaround, November 2013

Fixer Jade Foster, 24, from Carlisle, who has faced prejudice due to her Asberger's, is using her Fix to raise awareness about the condition. This story was broadcast on ITV News Lookaround, November 2013.

Issues: Mind, Prejudice

What is autism?

Using his experience with Asperger syndrome, Fixer Dwaynne Way (22) from South Wales wants other young people to better understand autism and related conditions.

Issues: Mind, Prejudice

Peace Over Violence

Former 'bad lad' Aky Javed (18) of Leeds used to be no stranger to confrontation. Now the Fixer is hoping his short animation will help inspire young people to say no to violence.

Issues: Crime

Art of Survival Fix on ITV News Anglia

Courtney Thomas, 16, from Daventry, wants to show how creativity can help people deal with challenges

Issues: Mind

Spotting The Signs - Male Suicide Awareness

Marcus Allen, 17, from Tonbridge, is highlighting the signs that someone may be feeling suicidal.

Issues: Relating

Don't Judge A Book By Its Cover

A group of Fixers from South Wales, led by Emma-Rose Holley, 18, have all experienced bullying related to their physical appearance. They have helped create this film to show others that there is more to a person than the way they look.

Issues: Mind

Yuck Yuck

Megan McNern (22) from Enniskillen in County Fermanagh is challenging the negative use of social media sites, after she received abusive messages on anonymous messaging app Yik Yak. With Fixers, she’s helped create this film to tackle cyberbullying and urge others to think before they post.

Issues: Abuse

Whispers

Nathan, 19, from Leominster in Herefordshire, wants to stop the bullying of young people with mental health conditions.

Issues: Relating

Respect for Learning Disabilities

Aine Owens (18) and her team from Cookstown, County Tyrone call for more consideration and respect for young people with learning disabilities. They've helped to create this Fixers film to encourage others to see the individual and not the disability.

Issues: Prejudice

Fixers Young Care Story on ITV Granada Reports, March 2015

Tired of being negatively stereotyped, a group of looked-after young people from Lancashire want to challenge misconceptions of those living in care. Sixteen-year-old Mark Ormerod and Callum Griffin (18) are sharing their experiences to show that the care system can change lives for the better. This story was broadcast on ITV Granada Reports in March 2015.

Issues: Home, Prejudice

Fixers Follow Your Dreams Story on ITV News Border, April 2015

Magician Aaron McKnight wants to show young people that following their dreams is the trick to finding happiness. The 17-year-old from Carlisle became interested in magic at the age of fifteen and says learning the skill helped boost his confidence after years of bullying. This story was broadcast on ITV News Border in April 2015.

Issues: Work+Play

Women's Rugby Fix on ITV News Tyne Tees

Shannon Johnson, 18, from Seaton Delaval, wants to encourage girls to take up rugby.

Issues: Work+Play