A call for inclusion of parents and guardians in a school-based bullying intervention

Bullying continues to be a widespread concern in educational settings, necessitating a comprehensive strategy that goes beyond conventional interventions implemented within schools. This conceptual paper examines the importance of parents and guardians in improving the effectiveness of bullying intervention strategies in schools using a systems theory and role theory. A qualitative narrative literature review was used to critically analyse the role, challenges, and potential benefits of engaging parents and guardians in initiatives to prevent and address bullying. The presented strategies highlight the importance of adopting a comprehensive viewpoint that acknowledges the crucial involvement of parents and guardians as essential collaborators in promoting safer and more nurturing school environments.