By Shaunteri Skinner
WatchDawgs at the University of Georgia want people to know how to intervene and trust their own instincts in high-risk situations. Members of the organization provided tips to students on Tuesday in a training session at Tate Student Center. This is one of eight programs WatchDawgs will host this fall on how to be a more active bystander.
Ways to become an active bystander include:
- Watch out for your friends and fellow Dawgs. If you see someone who looks like they are in trouble ask them if they are OK.
- Have a safety plan in place with friends before going out and look out for each other.
- Confront friends who make excuses for other people’s inappropriate behavior.
- Speak up against racist, sexist and homophobic jokes, music and remarks.
- Call and get help if you think someone is experiencing alcohol poisoning.
Visit WatchDawgs website for more tips and helpful resources.
