Julie Oakley wins recognition for Bullywatch advice service

The Anti-bullying Alliance would like to congratulate Julie Oakley for winning the SW region Pride of Britain award. The gong was given in recognition of Julie’s work setting up the Bullywatch advice line and website.

Julie was inspired to set up Bullywatch in 2001, after her own daughter was the victim of bullying at school. At the time, Julie found it difficult to access support for her daughter or the rest of her family.

To solve this problem Bullywatch was set up to give help and support to those who suffer distress and anguish because of bullying. Bullywatch offers a Helpline (01454 318753) and advice via its website www.bullywatch.org

Julie is now being entered into the national finals of Pride of Britain which will be judged in November and televised on ITV.

For further information visit the Bullywatch website: www.bullywatch.org