Main problem
Cyber bullying amongst professionals affecting productivity and work environment in Singapore
Affected target group
-Working professionals in Singapore
Agents of change
-Singapore govt
-MDA
-MOM
-Individual companies
Solution1
New legislations on cyberbullying has been passed on in parliament which is enforceable in court.
http://nobullying.com/new-law-takes-on-cyberbullying-in-singapore/
http://www.international.ucla.edu/asia/article/103624
Evaluation
This is a great step towards curbing cyberbullying in Singapore from its soft approach previously that has affected many including working professionals
However, its effectiveness is still in question as the bill was only introduced in March 2014. Law protects against stalking, bullying, sexual harassment and harassment of children. The degree cyberbullying is still not explicit enough.
Solution 2
Companies HR department should work closely in monitoring work environment and provide social support to workers if such issues arises.
Implications/conclusions
Companies might be unwilling to spend more to ensure welfare of the employees. Unless the government makes it a requirement under the employers act.
Government should release legislations to curb the act rather than simply deter through state laws that punishes cyberbullying
Thesis
Cyberbullying has emerged to be the main form of bullying in the current digital age in Singapore and is also prevalent in the working class. The government should do more to curb the prevalence of this issue.
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