Mentors in Violence Prevention programme
The programme is designed to train students to speak out against all forms of violent and abusive behaviour.
‘At Monday morning’s Senior School assembly, June T and Ava Mc (SVI) launched this session's Mentors in Violence Prevention programme. The programme is designed to train students to speak out against all forms of violent and abusive behaviour. MVP focuses on an innovative 'bystander' approach that empowers each student to take an active role in promoting a positive school climate. Within the MVP Programme young people are identified not as victims or perpetrators but as empowered bystanders able to support and even challenge abusive and bullying peers. Young people are provided with a range of safe options which can prevent situations from escalating.
Mr Tait, Head of Guidance, has been instrumental in rolling out this programme at St Columba’s and guiding pupils through the training. Our MVP’s are easily identified by their badges (see photo) and they are all committed to taking take an active role in promoting a positive school environment.