Anti-Bullying Week • 16-20 November 2026
Break the Silence
Anti-Bullying Week takes place from 16 to 20 November 2026, and this year's theme is 'Break the Silence'. It's all about encouraging children, young people and adults to start conversations about bullying, speak up, listen and take action together.
To show our support, Mon Ami has teamed up with our main UK retailer, John Lewis, to help schools do just that, starting with the playground.
150 Buddy Bench companions for UK primary schools • Free resources for every registered school
A place to sit. a chance to connect.
A friend when the words are hard to find
A Buddy Bench is a special seat in the playground. A child can sit there to show they feel lonely or sad, without having to find the words. Other children see the signal and come over to play, talk or simply sit together.
During Anti-Bullying Week, Mon Ami will donate soft toys from its collection to sit on school Buddy Benches, ready to comfort children when they need a friend most.
What your school can receive
Little things. Lasting Connections
A Mon Ami Buddy Bench companion
A lovable Mon Ami soft toy to sit on your Buddy Bench. There are just 150 to give away to primary schools across the UK, so register early.
Free friendship resources
Engaging classroom activities built around friendship, kindness and speaking up, designed to support this year's 'Break the Silence' theme. Free for every school that registers.
The Mon Ami song
A feel-good song to get children singing and dancing together in the playground. Free access for every school that registers.
About Mon Ami
Made for friendship
Mon Ami creates soft toys, dolls and keepsakes built around friendship and belonging. Every character has its own personality, and each one is designed to become more than a gift: a friend to turn to.
"Mon Ami is all about friendship. No matter who you are or where you're from, there is always a place to belong."
Sara Fulmer
Co-Founder and CEO of Mon Ami
How to register
Three steps to take part
01
Register your interest
Register your interest using the form below. It only takes a couple of minutes.
02
Get your free resources
Every registered school receives the friendship resources and access to the Mon Ami song.
03
Hear if you've been selected
Registration closes on 15th November 2026, and we'll contact the schools chosen to receive a Buddy Bench companion by 17th November, 2026.
Start with a little hello