Post by @justadvocacy1

This is the final part of a short yet powerful live with the family of Ashley Saville. My heart is breaking for them as they continue to speak through unimaginable pain. Across the live they have shared the raw truth of what happened. Friends Ashley trusted turned that trust against her and used it as a weapon. One used her name on social media to chase likes and followers. The family called it disgusting and cowardly. They also made a clear appeal for support so they can bury their child in dignity, asking that any help goes through the correct channels so it actually reaches them. The father spoke of needing peace of mind so he can care for his other children, including a fourteen-year-old, an eldest son who needs counselling, his daughters, and his grandchild Hayley. In this final part, the sister, the host and the father turned their pain into a direct message about cyberbullying. They spoke about the devastating impact it has on families. The cruelty does not stay online. It follows people home. It breaks trust, isolates young people, and leaves entire families carrying the weight long after the posts stop. They described how quickly words on a screen can become a weapon that destroys lives. But they did not stop at the pain. They spoke straight to every young girl and boy who is being bullied right now. Speak up. Reach out. Talk to your mother. Talk to your father. Tell someone you trust. You are not alone. You are loved. The family wanted every child watching to know that silence only protects the bully, while speaking out can protect you and others. If you or someone you know is facing cyberbullying or any form of abuse, help is available right now: • Childline South Africa: Call 116 (free, 24/7) • SADAG Suicide Crisis Helpline: 0800 567 567 • Cipla Mental Health Helpline: 0800 456 789 • Lifeline South Africa: 0861 322 322 • Emergency: Call 10111 (SAPS) or 112 from a cellphone Report harmful content on the platforms where it happens and keep evidence. You do not have to carry this alone. To the family of Ashley Saville: we see you, we hear you, and we stand with you. To every young person listening: you matter. You are loved. Please speak up. #JustAdvocacy #AshleySaville #Cyberbullying #YouAreNotAlone #SpeakUp @@ NIKKIDEE @winter_jansen @Lee-roy Arendorff