• Differences between Conflict and Harassment, Intimidation & Bullying (HIB)

     

    Breach of Code of Conduct = immediate consequence (HIB or not)

     

    Conflict

    HIB

    Mutually competitive or opposing action or engagement

    Motivated by an actual or perceived characteristic (race, gender, disability, sexual orientation)

    Includes disagreements, arguments, and fights

    One sided (imbalance of power)

    A normal part of growing up

    The intent is to physically or emotionally harm someone