Hazing Prevention & Resources
Why is Hazing Harmful?
Risks of Hazing
Hazing poses significant risks to individuals and communities, leading to severe physical, emotional, and psychological harm. It often involves activities that humiliate, degrade, or endanger participants, creating a toxic environment that undermines trust and respect. Victims of hazing can suffer from long-term trauma, including anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Additionally, hazing can disrupt academic performance and social relationships, fostering a culture of fear and exclusion. By understanding and addressing the harms of hazing, we can work towards creating safer, more inclusive communities where every member is valued and respected.
Hazing vs. Team Building
Hazing
- Humiliates and degrades
- Tears down individuals
- Creates division
- Involves shame and secrecy
- Is adult bullying
Team Building
- Promotes respect and dignity
- Supports and empowers participants
- Creates teamwork
- Involves pride and integrity
- Is a shared, positive experience