State of Play 2021 is a national US study focusing on the prevalence and emotional impact of identity-based cyberbullying on Gen Z. The study asked a total of 1,096 respondents, between the ages of 16 and 24, a series of 22 questions relating to their own experiences online in relation to identity-based bullying and abuse. Respondents were asked to share their experiences of identity-based bullying as bystanders and how these experiences affected them. Identity groups present in the study included racial or ethnic, gender, sexual, religious beliefs, perceived physical and mental ability, physical appearance, skin tone, personal opinion, and expression of individuality.
To mark the launch of the report, we hosted a roundtable event to discuss the findings coinciding with National Bullying Prevention Month, featuring 13 Reasons Why actress Alisha Boe and our resident wellbeing and parenting expert, Dr. Deborah Gilboa.