Prince William has unveiled a "national action plan" to tackle cyberbullying in a powerfully moving video. In the video, Prince William described online anonymity as "really, really dangerous" after talking to two campaigners whose lives have been impacted by online bullying.
The Duke of Cambridge spoke to Lucy Alexander, whose son Felix died by suicide after experiencing cyberbullying, and Chloe Hine, a suicide attempt survivor who endured cyberbullying—both of whom have helped the prince develop the action plan.
"The human tragedy of what we're talking about here isn't just about companies," said the prince. "It's actually real lives that get affected."
"We are still responsible for our own actions online. This anonymity [...] is really, really dangerous," he continued.
"Can I give you both a hug. You're very brave, honestly, so thank you," the prince said to Alexander and Hine.
If you want to talk to someone or are experiencing suicidal thoughts, text the Crisis Text Line at 741-741 or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Here is a list of international resources.
