World Anti-Bullying Forum Welcomes BRP as Main Sponsor
Norway, March 20, 2025 – Norwegian Centre for Learning Environment and Research in Education (Centre for Learning Environment) is proud to announce that BRP, a global leader in the world of powersports products, will be the main sponsor for the upcoming World Anti-Bullying Forum (WABF) in June 2025.
WABF 2025, powered by BRP, is an international conference that brings together 700 leading researchers, practitioners, policymakers, educators, and youth from over 50 countries. Representing various disciplines such as education, psychology, sociology, and more, participants collaborate to enhance the understanding of bullying and violence against children and youth.
“Nearly one in three children worldwide reports being bullied—a staggering figure that translates to over 80,000 children only in Norway alone. With BRPs support WABF 2025 will bring together leading professionals from various fields and roles in anti-bullying efforts. This will enhance our common understanding and strengthen the impact of the work against bullying worldwide” says Dag Jostein Nordaker, Director of Centre of Learning Environment and WABF 2025 organizer.
Headquartered in Valcourt, Quebec, Canada, BRP collaborates with various organizations worldwide through its global Ride Out Intimidation program launched in 2022. The company believes in the importance of taking collective action to build a world where everyone feels safe and respected.
“BRP is proud to team up with the World Anti-Bullying Forum for the second edition in a row. We understand the significance of bringing together key stakeholders from all over the world to tackle this important social issue and find solutions to support individuals affected by bullying in their daily lives ,” says Elise Auvachez-Millot, Vice-President, Public Affairs, Government Relations and Corporate Social Responsibility. “At BRP, we strongly believe that by uniting experts and organizations, we can lead the way for meaningful change and work collectively to ride out intimidation in our communities.”
WABF 2025 will be hosted in Stavanger, Norway, from June 11 to 13, 2025. The event will feature keynote speakers from three continents, and Norway’s Minister of Education will officially open the conference. Researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and educators will contribute with nearly 300 posts on the program. These events will facilitate collaboration and knowledge-sharing in the fight against bullying of children and youth.
“Children worldwide have the right to safe and positive learning environments, free from bullying and intimidation. Quality research and targeted efforts against bullying are essential in achieving our common goal of fostering joy, friendships, inclusion, and diversity. As organizers, we are proud that BRP recognizes the value in WABF. With their support the conference will have a significant impact on anti-bullying research and foster positive change within local communities and schools” Dag Jostein Nordaker states.
About BRP
BRP Inc. is a global leader in the world of powersports products, propulsion systems and boats built on over 80 years of ingenuity and intensive consumer focus. Through its portfolio of industry-leading and distinctive brands featuring Ski-Doo and Lynx snowmobiles, Sea-Doo watercraft and pontoons, Can-Am on and off-road vehicles, Alumacraft and Quintrex boats, Manitou pontoons and Rotax marine propulsion systems as well as Rotax engines for karts and recreational aircraft, BRP unlocks exhilarating adventures and provides access to experiences across different playgrounds. The Company completes its lines of products with a dedicated parts, accessories and apparel portfolio to fully optimize the riding experience. Committed to growing responsibly, BRP is developing electric models for its existing product lines. Headquartered in Quebec, Canada, BRP has annual sales of CA$10.4 billion from over 130 countries and employs close to 20,000 driven, resourceful people as of January 31, 2024.
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About Centre for Learning Environment
The Norwegian Centre for Learning Environment and Behavioral Research in Education (Centre for Learning Environment), University of Stavanger (UiS), is both a Research Centre and a National Education Centre, assisting the national educational authorities in their work to implement the national educational policy in preschools and schools in Norway.
In 2025 Centre for Learning Environment is host for World Anti-Bullying Forum in collaboration with the teacher education programs at UiS, the Knowledge Centre for Education, and the Partnership Against Bullying. The World Anti-Bullying Forum is committed to upholding and promoting the rights of all children, as outlined in the Convention on the Rights of the Child. This means creating a safe and inclusive environment for all children, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, color, sex, language, political or other opinion, national, ethnic, or social origin, property, disability, birth, or other status. Through WABF, researchers, practitioners, policymakers, educators collaborate and works so children can enjoy their rights without discrimination of any kind.
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Dag Jostein Nordaker
Director of Centre of Learning Environment, University of Stavanger
dagjostein.nordaker@uis.no
Emilie Proulx
BRP
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