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Actor Wang Chuan-yi Advocates Against Cyberbullying, Offers Three Strategies for Online Safety

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Actor Wang Chuan-yi serves as the ambassador for the "Youth Mental Protection Plan."
  • He advocates for stopping cyberbullying and promoting mutual support online.
  • Wang suggests three strategies to counter online bullying: not liking or sharing harmful content, offering private support to victims, and helping them find resources.

Actor Wang Chuan-yi has taken on the role of ambassador for the "Youth Mental Protection Plan," urging a collective effort to combat cyberbullying and foster a supportive online environment. This initiative marks the sixth consecutive year the John Tung Foundation has promoted the International Day to Stop Cyberbullying.

Do not do to others what you do not want done to yourself.

— Wang Chuan-yiEmphasizing the ethical principle of empathy in online interactions.

As a father of two daughters, Wang expressed his deep connection to the themes explored in the popular Korean drama "Iron Kid Education," which vividly portrays school and online violence. He shared his personal approach to managing his daughters' internet use, including strict time limits and open "friend-style" communication about online risks. Wang emphasized the importance of the principle, "Do not do to others what you do not want done to yourself," cautioning against becoming an aggressor behind a keyboard.

You are not alone.

— Wang Chuan-yiReassuring victims of cyberbullying that support is available.

Wang believes that eradicating cyberbullying requires a multi-faceted approach, starting with family education and extending to schools and society. He stressed that establishing sound values from the outset is crucial to preventing both perpetrators and victims of online harassment.

Do not become the perpetrator who harms others behind a keyboard.

— Wang Chuan-yiWarning against engaging in online abuse.

When confronted with or experiencing cyberbullying, Wang offered practical advice. He stressed the immediate impact of "not liking or forwarding" harmful content, thereby refusing to amplify the abuse. Additionally, he encouraged offering private words of encouragement to victims, actively reporting abusive content, and sharing relevant support information. Wang asserted that these actions demonstrate that victims are not alone and that everyone can contribute to justice by not being a passive bystander.

Not liking or forwarding is the most direct way to not join the attack.

— Wang Chuan-yiAdvising on immediate actions to take when witnessing cyberbullying.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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