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A safe and inclusive learning environment is an important factor in supporting the educational process. However, various forms of bullying behavior, such as teasing, giving negative nicknames, and social exclusion, are still found in schools and may hinder the creation of a comfortable and child-friendly learning environment. This community service activity aimed to improve students’ understanding of bullying and its impacts, as well as to instill the values of mutual respect as an effort to create a safe and inclusive learning environment. The activity was conducted at SD Negeri 2 Muara Batu, Aceh Utara Regency, through the XXXVIII Community Service and Empowerment Program (KKN-PPM) of Malikussaleh University in 2026. The methods used were educational and participatory approaches implemented through preparation, implementation, and evaluation stages. The activities were carried out through socialization sessions, discussions, question-and-answer sessions, simulations, and educational games. The results showed an improvement in students’ understanding of the forms, causes, and impacts of bullying, including verbal, physical, and social bullying. In addition, students demonstrated more positive attitudes, such as increased awareness of respecting differences, treating peers with respect, reducing teasing behavior, and developing empathy and concern for others. The activity also received positive responses from the school, as it was considered supportive of character education and the creation of a more conducive learning atmosphere. Therefore, anti-bullying education through educational and participatory approaches can serve as an effective strategy for creating a safe, comfortable, and inclusive learning environment for elementary school students.

This research was conducted with the aim o modifying the behavior o children who are prepetratorso bullying at Tapak Suci Putera Muhammadiyah Jagakarsa, through group counseling methods using role playing techniques. The role playing technique is used as an effort to modify the behavior of children by exchanging roles between the bullying perpetrator and the bullying vicim, through this role exchange, which will directly build a sense of empathy for the children involved in bullying behavior. The research method used in this study is qualitative with a descriptive technique, in which all observations and research result will be explained in written form. The background of this study contains information on how the role playing technique in group counseling produces the growth of empathy in children who are perpetrators of bullying, so that with the formation of empathetic emotions, the bullying children at Tapak Suci Putera Muhammadiyah Jagakarsa can control themselves, leading to the realization of efforts to modify such behavior. The result of this study is that behavior modification using the group counseling methods with role playing techniques for children who engage in bullying was successful and optimal in changing the children’s bullying behavior into empathy and respect for others. Thereore, behavior modification using group counseling methods and role playing techniques for elementary school children has a positive and very effective impact in providing enlightenment on problematic behaviors in their social environment. 

Primary education is crucial for child development, especially at the elementary school level. Children begin to acquire various basic knowledge that will shape their cognitive, social, and emotional abilities. However, reality shows that schools can also become sites of aggressive behavior in the form of bullying. According to the Ministry of Women’s Empowerment and Child Protection (2023), cases of bullying in elementary schools have shown an increasing trend over the past five years. The purpose of this activity is to broaden students' understanding of bullying and its impacts, foster empathy and mutual respect, and strengthen the roles of teachers and parents in creating a safe and inclusive school environment. Findings indicate the presence of students who still lack understanding regarding types of bullying, with a high category showing that some individuals remain frequent targets of bullying. This may be caused by factors such as physical differences, social status, family background, or weak social support from peers. This condition indicates that schools still need to implement preventive and intervention approaches to protect students who are vulnerable to bullying.

Bullying cases among elementary school students have become increasingly alarming because they negatively impact children’s psychological, social, and moral development, making early intervention essential. This community service project was designed to strengthen students’ understanding and character formation as a preventive effort against bullying behavior. The program was carried out at SD Wonolelo, a rural elementary school, involving 18 sixth-grade students and one accompanying teacher who participated actively in each session. The methods used consisted of interactive socialization and role-playing activities implemented through three stages: delivery of material, interactive question-and-answer discussion, and final evaluation. The results show a significant increase in students’ comprehension of bullying, rising from 30% before the activity to 90% afterward, indicating the program’s strong impact on learning. Beyond improved understanding, the initiative successfully cultivated empathy, cooperation, and social awareness among students so that they not only refrain from bullying but also feel responsible for preventing it within their environment. Overall, the program proved effective in promoting anti-bullying awareness, shaping positive character traits, and supporting the development of a safer and more inclusive culture at the elementary school level.

Bullying is an aggressive act that is often repeated and directed at individuals in a weaker position, causing detrimental effects on psychological aspects, particularly children's self-esteem. When children's self-esteem is low, they tend to consider themselves worthless and choose to avoid social interaction. This study aims to analyze the correlation between Bullying behavior and self-esteem levels among elementary school students. The research was conducted using a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional design. All 97 students in grades IV, V, and VI at SD Negeri 11 Banda Aceh were used as research subjects through total sampling. The questionnaire used included indicators of Bullying behavior and self-esteem levels. Based on the data obtained, of the 54 students identified as experiencing high levels of Bullying behavior, 44 children or 45.4% showed low self-esteem. On the other hand, of the 43 students who were exposed to low levels of Bullying, 35 of them, or about 36.1%, had high self-esteem. The chi-square test in this study produced a p-value of 0.000, indicating a significant relationship between Bullying patterns and self-esteem levels in children. Thus, it can be concluded that an increase in Bullying experiences in the school environment has an impact on the decline in students' self-esteem.

Bullying is one of the issues that frequently occurs in elementary school environments and has serious impacts on children’s psychological, social, and academic development. Efforts to prevent and address bullying are essential through education involving students, teachers, and the surrounding community. This study aims to describe the role of Community Service Program (Kuliah Kerja Nyata, KKN) students in providing anti-bullying education at UPT SDN 033915 Pasi. The research employed a descriptive qualitative method with a case study approach. Data were obtained through observation, simple interviews, and documentation of the anti-bullying seminar activities conducted by KKN students at the school. The results indicate that KKN students act as educators by explaining the definition, forms, and impacts of bullying; as facilitators by creating interactive discussion spaces with students; and as motivators encouraging students to respect one another and reject bullying behavior. Educational strategies were implemented through lectures, discussions, Q&A sessions, and the use of simple visual media. Students’ responses were very positive, demonstrated by their enthusiasm during activities and increased understanding of the dangers of bullying. The study concludes that KKN students play an important role in preventing bullying in elementary schools, while also serving as a tangible contribution of students as agents of social change.

Extreme poverty remains a major challenge in rural areas of Indonesia, including Nagori Bandar Manik, Pamatang Sidamanik District, Simalungun Regency. The 2025 UINSU Community Service Program (KKN) was carried out to empower local communities through various activities covering economic, educational, religious, social-environmental, and health aspects. This program employed a qualitative approach by involving active community participation in needs assessment, socialization, training, and evaluation. In the economic aspect, workshops on dishwashing liquid and herbal pesticide production were implemented as alternative household businesses. The educational sector included religious moderation through a short movie screening Mabbere, anti-bullying campaigns, ecoprint totebag training, and teaching at kindergarten, elementary, and junior high school levels. In the religious field, activities included Qur’an learning after Maghrib with children and Yasin recitals for both men and women. The social-environmental aspect was realized through community clean-up, educational boards on waste decomposition, distribution of garbage bins, and environmental awareness campaigns. Meanwhile, the health aspect focused on education about clean and healthy living behaviors, stunting prevention campaigns, and community exercise. The findings revealed improvements in entrepreneurial skills, children’s literacy, spiritual values, environmental awareness, and healthy lifestyles. The implication highlights that multidimensional community empowerment can serve as an effective strategy to reduce extreme poverty and promote sustainable village development.  

Bullying is a social and psychological issue that frequently occurs in elementary school settings, including madrasah ibtidaiyah. This behavior negatively affects students’ emotional, social, and academic development. This community service program aimed to provide anti-bullying education to elementary school students through interactive and Islamic value-based approaches. Activities included educational sessions, group discussions, role-playing, moral reflections, and class agreements against bullying. The program revealed students’ enthusiasm in identifying bullying behavior and understanding the importance of mutual respect. It also encouraged collective commitment through a child-friendly classroom declaration. This initiative is expected to contribute to building a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment for holistic student development.

Character education in elementary schools is important to prevent bullying behavior among students. This article discusses efforts to prevent bullying attitudes through socialization at SDN 16 Koto Tuо, Kec. Barangin, Sawah Lunto City. The research method used was to deliver the material directly and a question and answer session, attended by 35 students. The results of the socialization showed an increase in students' awareness and motivation not to bully, although there were minor obstacles in the form of a less conducive atmosphere during the socialization. Student participation in this activity was very high, reflecting their enthusiasm for the material presented. This socialization not only aims to provide an understanding of the negative impacts of bullying, but also to build empathy and mutual respect among students. By actively involving students, it is hoped that they can better understand the importance of creating a safe and comfortable environment for all classmates. This effort is expected to be a model for other schools in overcoming the problem of bullying and increasing awareness of the importance of respectful behavior among children. Thus, this socialization is expected to contribute to creating a safer school environment and supporting the development of positive student character, as well as reducing the incidence of bullying in the future.

Education plays an important role in shaping a child's character and personality. Schools as formal educational institutions are not only tasked with imparting knowledge, but are also a place for the formation of social values, morals and behavior. (Cahyani et al., 2021) However, the reality shows that schools are often places where negative behavior emerges, one of which is bullying. The method used in this community service activity uses a participatory method by involving the school in the continuity of socialization activities. The approach taken is to direct and explain efforts to deal with the implications of bullying through the elementary school environment. The place of service was carried out at SDN Penikenek, Nagawutung District, Lembata Regency involving research subjects consisting of the Principal, teachers, students, grades 1-6. Community service activities with the title "educational services in overcoming the implications of bullying at SDN Penikenek in Penikenek Village, Nagawutung District, Lembata Regency". Penikenek Elementary School is an elementary school with 39 students and 11 teachers. This service activity takes place by providing material through outreach and donating wall magazines in the form of magazines related to bullying prevention. Implementation of the outreach program at SDN Penikenek is a strategic step designed to increase students' awareness and understanding regarding the dangers of bullying. In this activity, material about the definition, impact and ways to prevent bullying is delivered using a participatory method involving all elements of the school. This method has proven effective in creating open dialogue, building empathy, and increasing collective commitment to overcoming bullying.

Anti-bullying counseling for elementary school students in Margaluyu Village aims to increase children's awareness and understanding of bullying behavior and its impacts. Using the musicalization method, this activity combines education with art, making it more interesting and interactive for students. Through relevant songs and creative activities, students are invited to recognize forms of bullying, understand the importance of empathy, and learn strategies to prevent and overcome this behavior. The results of the counseling show increased knowledge and positive changes in attitudes among students towards bullying. It is hoped that this program can be used as a model for other schools in their efforts to create a safe and supportive learning environment. Thus, this activity not only focuses on education, but also contributes to character development and solidarity among students.

The prevalence of bullying, even among elementary school children, requires serious attention from all parties. In an effort to shape a generation free from bullying behavior, the KKN MIT 18 program in Dempelrejo Village conducted an anti-bullying seminar at SDN 1 Dempelrejo. This program aimed to provide education on the types of bullying, its impact, and prevention strategies. The seminar was met with high enthusiasm from the students, and through the materials and interactive sessions, they are expected to understand and apply anti-bullying values in their daily lives. The results of the activity showed an increased understanding among students regarding the dangers of bullying and the importance of creating a safe and comfortable school environment.

Following their primary education at home, children attend school where they learn to read, write, and count. Aside from that, school is a place where children can develop their minds and learn about morals and ethics. As a second learning environment after home, schools should provide students with opportunities to hone and gain knowledge for their future needs. However, the prevalence of bullying in the school environment scares some students. The method of this research uses an outreach campaign to educate elementary school students about bullying prevention. As a result of this service, bullying among elementary school students continues in the school environment. This hurts the behavior of children who are still young during their growth and development.

Elementary school learning is often an important context in understanding the role of self-esteem in preventing bullying. In situations where direct interaction is limited, the role of self-esteem is key in shaping students' responses to social pressures such as bullying. This study aims to conduct a systematic literature review using the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) method to explore how self-esteem influences and can be used to prevent bullying at the elementary school level. This article presents an in-depth literature review related to the role of self-esteem in preventing bullying in elementary school environments. By analyzing eight related articles, this study identified that high self-esteem acts as a significant protective factor against the tendency to become victims of bullying. On the other hand, children with low self-esteem tend to be more vulnerable to bullying behavior. The findings of this study highlight that self-esteem plays an important role in reducing bullying behavior among elementary school students. The selected articles suggest that increasing self-esteem can reduce the likelihood of bullying and help students cope with potentially detrimental social pressures.

Bullying behavior from time to time continues to be a thing that haunts Indonesian children, especially in the Elementary School (SD) environment. This activity aims to provide information about bullying and prevention efforts, so as to avoid bullying and prevent bullying from happening again. The method used in this activity is in the form of counseling using PowerPoint media and videos as learning aids. The results show that there is still a lack of knowledge of students about bullying including the forms and types of bullying and their impacts and in fact these actions are often carried out without realizing it. Through this counseling method students can easily understand bullying so they can avoid doing it and prevent bullying from happening again.