Video: Bringing Cyberbullying to Life
In “Real Life Yik Yak,” students at Glenbrook South High School take a stand against cyberbullying, according to a short video posted by a Sun-Times Media Local network.
The video shows students chained to the stairwell at Glenbrook South while wearing signs with cruel phrases around their necks. This demonstration depicts the dangers of anonymity and the threat of cyberbullying when students don’t feel accountable for their actions online. The students chose to focus on the popular app Yik Yak because it allows users to post anonymously about other people.
In addition to portraying the hurtful effects of cyberbullying, this powerful video also highlights compassion and support. Many passing students stop and offer the chained students encouraging words and some hugs. In the background, students’ voices are heard speaking out against cyberbullying.