Types of Whistleblowing Explained for 11-Year-Old Students

What is Whistleblowing?

Whistleblowing is when someone tells others about bad or wrong things happening, especially if it's at work or school. It's like when you tell a teacher if you see someone breaking the rules to keep everyone safe and fair.

Types of Whistleblowing

• Internal Whistleblowing: This means telling the bad news to someone inside the organization, like a manager or a principal. For example, a worker might tell their boss if they see someone stealing supplies.
• External Whistleblowing: This is when the information is shared with people outside the organization, like the police or the news. This is done if telling people inside the group doesn't work.
• Anonymous Whistleblowing: Sometimes people want to keep their name secret for safety. They can report bad behavior without saying who they are.
• Open Whistleblowing: This is when the person tells others and doesn't hide who they are. They trust that people will support them.

Why Is Whistleblowing Important?

It helps stop bad things and keeps places safe and honest. It’s brave to speak up when you see something wrong.

Remember, whistleblowing is about helping, not causing trouble!