KiVakiusaamisen
KiVakiusaamisen refers to the approach within the KiVa anti-bullying program aimed at reducing school bullying in Finland and abroad. KiVa stands for Kiusaamista vastaan, meaning Against Bullying in Finnish. The term KiVakiusaamisen is the genitive form used in Finnish to describe bullying addressed by KiVa.
Origins and development: The KiVa program was developed by researchers at the University of Turku in the
Program structure and methods: KiVa uses universal activities delivered to all students, including classroom lessons on
Evidence, adoption, and adaptations: Evaluations in Finland and other settings indicate that KiVa can reduce bullying
Limitations and considerations: Implementation quality and context influence outcomes. Some critics note the need for cultural