WANT TO REDUCE HARASSMENT AT WORK?

A solid foundation begins by combining knowledge, training and clear expectations about unacceptable conduct and its consequences. The cost of taking preventative measures to avoid potential exposure for claims is minimal, compared to the costs you could face in defending a claim of harassment or discrimination. 

It is important to assess the workplace environment as heavy demands and pressures to meet goals and deadlines can lead to dismissive, demeaning, and disrespectful conduct. Policies or training alone won’t change behavior. Aligning goals with clearly stated workplace values is vital to fostering a healthy work environment. 

A civil, inclusive workplace enables employees to feel safe expressing their ideas and fosters organizational cohesion.  When employees feel valued and empowered to voice concerns without the fear of reprisal by management, your organization achieves its best results aligned with your mission, vision and values.