Should anti-bullying approaches encourage kids to be 'upstanders'?

Encouraging kids to be 'upstanders' rather than bystanders is a widely discussed approach to combating bullying. The idea is that by empowering kids to stand up for their peers and intervene when they witness bullying, we can create a culture where such behavior is not tolerated. Research suggests that when kids feel a sense of responsibility to help others, they are more likely to take action against bullying. Effective implementation involves teaching kids how to safely and appropriately intervene, such as by supporting the victim, reporting incidents to authorities, or distracting the bully.