GENERAL SANTOS CITY — Sixty-percent of campus journalists (CJs) reported experiencing some form of bullying, according to a survey conducted during the Division Schools Press Conference (DSPC) School Year 2025-2026, the results highlighted ongoing concerns about the well-being of student journalists, offering insights into how bullying affects their school life, performance, and confidence.
This was the result of the survey organized by DSPC Inquirer, the official online news site of the DSPC School Year 2025-2026 which intended to know the pulse of certain campus journalists on the above-mentioned issue.
Alexa Jean M. Momo a CJ from General Santos City National Secondary School of Arts and Trades (GSCNSSAT) shared that bullying had affected both her confidence and motivation. “As a student journalist, I sometimes feel judged for my work. There are moments when negative comments discourage me from writing, but I try to remind myself that my passion matters,” she said.
Another campus journalist, Ryan Jan O. Maureal from General Santos City SPED Integrated School (GSCSPEDIS) agreed, explaining that bullying often came in subtle forms, he stated that classmates sometimes questioned his skills or made remarks about his participation in journalism and for him, the experience emphasized the importance of awareness and empathy. “Students need to understand that words can affect a person deeply. When I see others struggling, it reminds me that support and kindness are necessary,” he shared.
In contrast, Pearl Shayne E. Bragado, a student journalist from Lagao National High School (LNHS) admitted that she initially ignored bullying, thinking it was harmless. “There were times when I didn’t know how to respond to teasing. The survey results made me realize that many of us go through the same thing,” she said, she also added that acknowledging the issue was important for creating safer learning environments.
Another student journalist Maureen C. Guino-o from General Santos City National High School (GSCNHS) said she had underestimated how bullying could impact mental and emotional well-being, she shared that witnessing other CJs struggle opened his eyes to the importance of addressing the problem early. “Bullying isn’t just about physical actions. It’s also about awareness and how we treat each other,” she noted.
The survey aimed to understand the experiences of campus journalists, particularly regarding peer treatment and emotional safety.
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