Stranger Things star Millie Bobby Brown was "scared" to go to school because of bullying.
The 15-year-old actress reflected on her ordeal and how "helpless" she felt in what was supposed to be a "safe place" as she gave a speech during the UN Summit To Demand Rights For Every Child On World Children's Day on Wednesday in New York City.
She said: "I'm proud to add my voice to all those around the world who are asking for solutions to today's problems such as bullying, access to education, mental health awareness, suicide prevention and climate change.
"In world capitals, in buildings like this, adults talk about children's rights. But today, young people don't want to be talked about. They want to do the talking. In the words of one young person: 'Be an active voice. Don't let things go unnoticed.'
"So today, I want to talk about an issue that is very personal to me. Something that so often goes unnoticed - but causes real suffering. Bullying ... I've been very lucky in my life. I take nothing for granted. But I also know what it feels like to be vulnerable. At school, I was bullied by a group of students. I remember feeling helpless. School used to be a safe place. Now I was scared to go."
