Understanding Appearance-Based Bullying

Bullying has three clear markers. It is repeated,negative and intended to make people feel upset, uncomfortable or unsafe.  In the UK, more than half of young people say they’veexperienced bullying related to their appearance. Those with dandruff are twiceas likely to be bullied.  Episode One of The Diana Award’s #FreeTheShoulders Podcast starts at Shireland Biomedical UTC in the Midlands. Hosted by Juliana, this episode features students Humaryah and Sumeet alongside Behaviour Manager Jimmy, as they unpack how appearance‑based bullying shows up in everyday school life - and how we can spot it and challenge it sooner. You’ll also hear from other students at the school,sharing why appearance is often the first thing bullies focus on, and what a positive, inclusive school culture really looks like. Know a young person, parent, or school that should hear this conversation? Share the podcast. Available now on all major podcast platforms.