Bullying is a serious issue in schools around the world, and the growing popularity of social media can make it harder than ever for victims to find safe spaces. Bullying can lead to low self-esteem, isolation and depression. Even though its effects are very serious, bullying goes unnoticed by a student’s parents and teachers for an average of nine months.
The goal for WatsomApp, a startup based in Spain, is to prevent and reduce harassment in the classroom. WatsomApp’s founders knew that identifying and addressing bullying faster would improve children’s learning experiences and quality of life. Company leaders also understood that children didn’t always feel comfortable talking about bullying with the adults around them.
