Introduction
Sexual harassment in the workplace has far-reaching effects that can harm individuals’ well-being, damage organizational reputation, and undermine productivity and profitability. It is essential for employers to take proactive measures to prevent harassment, support victims, and foster a culture of respect, dignity, and inclusion. This is why sexual harassment training matters.
Why Sexual Harassment Training Matters
Training on sexual harassment at work is crucial for several reasons:
Building Trust
Employees are more likely to trust their employers and feel valued and respected in a workplace that takes proactive measures to prevent sexual harassment. Training demonstrates the organization’s commitment to promoting a positive and supportive work culture, enhancing employee morale and loyalty.
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Mitigating Risk
Sexual harassment can have serious legal, financial, and reputational consequences for organizations. Training helps employers fulfill their legal obligations to provide a safe and harassment-free workplace, reducing the risk of costly litigation, damage to reputation, and loss of productivity.
Preventing Harassment
By raising awareness and promoting a culture of respect, training helps to prevent instances of sexual harassment from occurring in the first place. It empowers employees to intervene if they witness inappropriate behavior and provides them with the tools to effectively address and report harassment.
Supporting Victims
Training ensures that employees know how to report incidents of sexual harassment and understand the support mechanisms available to victims. This can include confidential reporting procedures, access to counseling services, and protection against retaliation for reporting harassment.
Establishing Boundaries
Training helps to clarify appropriate workplace behavior and boundaries. It educates employees on what actions and comments are considered inappropriate, emphasizing the importance of respect, consent, and professionalism in all interactions.
Creating Awareness
Many people may not fully understand what constitutes sexual harassment or recognize when it occurs. Training sessions help employees understand the various forms of sexual harassment, including verbal, non-verbal, and physical behaviors, as well as the impact it can have on individuals and the workplace environment.
Promoting Diversity and Inclusion
A workplace free from sexual harassment is essential for fostering diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all employees. Training reinforces the organization’s commitment to creating a welcoming and respectful environment where everyone can thrive.
In summary, sexual harassment training is important for promoting a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace where all employees can feel valued, respected, and able to perform their jobs without fear of harassment or discrimination.
Our Approach to Bullying and Harassment Training
- All our courses are tailored to reflect the needs and values of our clients. The course focuses as much on prevention of bullying and harassment as it does challenging inappropriate workplace behaviour
- The course is taught in a student-centred interactive style with the emphasis on recognising inappropriate workplace behaviours, understanding the impact these behaviours can have on the individual and the organisation should they be allowed to flourish.
- All our bullying and harassment trainers have had over 10 years’ experience in delivering bullying and harassment training.
Benefits of Our Sexual Harassment Awareness Training
- Increased awareness and understanding of sexual harassment issues.
- Empowerment of employees to speak up and act.
- Reduction in incidents of sexual harassment, leading to a healthier work environment.
- Compliance with UK regulations on workplace behaviour and equality.
Why Choose NNTC for Sexual Harassment Training?
- Highlight the expertise of our trainers in addressing workplace All our sexual harassment awareness trainers believe that we have one main function and that is to have a difficult and challenging subject talked about openly and honestly. Our catalyst for change and the ability of our trainers to engage even the most challenging of audiences makes The National network of Training Consultants the number one choice for Sexual Harassment Awareness Training.
FAQs
What are the pre-requisites for the course?
None
Is there a reduction in fees for charitable organisations?
Yes
What is the Maximum Number of Delegates allowed on the course?
20
What materials will I receive from the course?
A handout is available on request
Do you run public courses for an individual to attend?
No
Would your trainer travel to us?
Yes
