Pinoy youths in Spain get tips vs. bullying
Filipino youths in Spain received tips on how to deal with bullies after attending a workshop conducted by the Philippine Embassy in Madrid.
The embassy said the workshop was conducted earlier this month at the multi-purpose hall of the Basilica de la Virgen Milagrosa in Madrid.
During the workshop, Master Guro Lawrence Oleriana taught participants "the importance of eye contact in a possible bullying situation."
Oleriana, president of the Spanish Association for Filipino Martial Arts, served as speaker at the event.
"He defined bullying using everyday situations and encouraged the participants to develop habits that promote safety. He also stressed the importance of eye contact with other people and self-confidence," the embassy said.
About 20 Filipino children aged 8 to 17 took part in the workshop while parents listened to "gain a better understanding of the nature and dynamics of bullying."
Step up or be stepped on
During the workshop, Oleriana adopted the slogan “step up or be stepped on,” suggesting actions to help prevent bullying.
He also taught the participants basic blocking and defense moves.
The embassy cited a recent survey showing 25 percent of about 25,000 students in Spain have encountered some form of bullying. — Joel Locsin/LBG, GMA News
The embassy said the workshop was conducted earlier this month at the multi-purpose hall of the Basilica de la Virgen Milagrosa in Madrid.
During the workshop, Master Guro Lawrence Oleriana taught participants "the importance of eye contact in a possible bullying situation."
Oleriana, president of the Spanish Association for Filipino Martial Arts, served as speaker at the event.
"He defined bullying using everyday situations and encouraged the participants to develop habits that promote safety. He also stressed the importance of eye contact with other people and self-confidence," the embassy said.
About 20 Filipino children aged 8 to 17 took part in the workshop while parents listened to "gain a better understanding of the nature and dynamics of bullying."
Step up or be stepped on
During the workshop, Oleriana adopted the slogan “step up or be stepped on,” suggesting actions to help prevent bullying.
He also taught the participants basic blocking and defense moves.
The embassy cited a recent survey showing 25 percent of about 25,000 students in Spain have encountered some form of bullying. — Joel Locsin/LBG, GMA News
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