Thoughts and Opinions #8: Bully Policy
Since online harassment has always been a major issue, the Federal Investigation Bureau has done its part to improve this situation. In the past week, the Federal Investigation Bureau has enforced a new policy - the Bully Policy. It would be strictly implemented within the premises of the agency to protect the members of the Federal Investigation Bureau from any potential bullying cases, making the agency a safe and cyberbully-free environment for all members or visitors. Now, let us go straight to the thoughts and opinions we have gathered from our fellow members at the agency! How does the Bully Policy affect you as a worker or VIP?
Anoma: I feel like the bully policy helps workers and VIPs feel more comfortable when being in FIB. FIB has grown to a more helpful agency where they do not tolerate any sort of harassment or bullying and whoever caught doing so will be dealt with severely. as a VIP in this agency, I feel like FIB is now serious on protecting its workers and VIPs and I think that's the best thing to happen, so that we can have a fair and equal environment and working space.
chocolates: Never been bullied in FIB so I don't know.
Seaweed: It keep me safe from bullying and knows that I'm protected by a policy put in place by the founders or foundation team.
Do you think the Bully Policy is a good idea? Why or why not?
Anoma: I think the bully policy is a great idea as it shows that the workers and VIPs of FIB know that this agency will do their job right by helping others in need, punishing the bully with fair consequences and dealing with the situation in a sensible matter, and i think that the bully policy will do just that. this is an agency where everyone helps one another. i think that the bully policy is a great idea, speaking from a VIP and an ex-worker of FIB.
chocolates: It's a brilliant idea as there are some people I've seen who are being bullied or have been bullied in the past so this can help them.
Seaweed: I think the bullying policy was a great idea, having something in writing that's in-depth on one certain topic is extremely handy. It has the ability to make a huge difference.
What is your hope for Bully Policy?
Anoma: My hope for the bully policy is that it will really help workers and VIPs who call out for help to be actually helped and feel that they are comfortable with sharing their problems. I can rely on the Disciplinary Unit and the Peer Counseling Unit to do their job well so that everyone can feel more at ease while they are in FIB.
chocolates: I hope it brings justice to victims and give them their right and punishes bullies.
Seaweed: I hope the bullying policy makes an impact on the FIB, people will follow it and learn it. It also such a helpful tool in LA to have another piece that can be used as evidence when someone decides to break the rules and this policy.