Words like shorty, kaali/kaalya, moti/mota, and so on, even if said in jest, can leave a deep psychological impact, especially on children and may even lead to body dysmorphia. And this is one of the most common tropes that bullies employ. In a bid to take on the growing menace of body shaming and bullying, Orchids The International School of schools has started conducting sessions to sensitise students on the issue and are encouraging students to accept how they look and love themselves.

The school took up the initiative to organise need-based workshops after some students approached the school counsellors sharing such ordeals that took place within and outside the school. The 35- to 40-minute workshops are being organised for students of Std VII to X every week at all of the group schools across country. According to counsellors and special educators of Orchid group of schools, many students have been coming to them sharing their feedback and seeking more guidance.