Questioning the practicality of publicizing all school bullying cases

While Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's stance against covering up bullying is well-intentioned, a blanket approach to transparency may create new problems. Not all bullying incidents are severe; minor teasing or conflicts can be resolved informally. Mandatory reporting of every case could overwhelm schools and education departments, diverting attention from serious issues. It might also stigmatize students who are already being bullied, as public records could follow them. Schools may face legal and public relations pressures that discourage them from handling cases internally. The fear of backlash could lead to over-reporting or under-reporting, as administrators struggle to define what must be disclosed. A more balanced approach would involve training teachers to assess severity and using a tiered system: serious cases reported to authorities, minor ones handled through restorative practices. Transparency is important, but it must be paired with discretion and support to truly protect students and maintain school cohesion.