We worked together on our award-winning "Trolling is Ugly" campaign. Can you tell us a bit more about how that campaign has impacted your career since?
People really resonated with the campaign and I think it helped so many of my followers going through online bullying. I met the team behind Instagram recently and they said they use our campaign in their presentation to show others how to use the platform in a creative and expressive way.
Have you ever been targeted with cyberbullying or online abuse?
Absolutely, it's been so difficult at times but the Trolling is Ugly campaign helped me so much. Trolling can affect anyone, from a 16-year-old who has 100 followers to a celebrity who has over 3 million followers and everyone in between. In some cases the effects of bullying can have extreme consequences.
The more I open up and share my life on my Instagram, the more hate I'm going to receive. And trolling is such an important issue to tackle because people cannot get away with hiding behind a computer or a phone saying things they most likely would never say to someone face-to-face. It needs to stop.
What is your favorite social media platform, and why?
Instagram, because I have such an incredible community who all help and support each other in a non-judgmental space. I have curated my newsfeed to help me feel inspired, positive and empowered everyday.
What advice would you give to someone being affected by cyberbullying or abuse online?
- Delete the comment & block the account; out of sight, out of mind.
- Talk about it to someone who will listen & support you.
- Get help from the amazing team at Cybersmile.