Course Outline
Understanding Workplace Harassment
- Definition and types of workplace harassment
- Legal frameworks and organizational policies
- Recognizing subtle and overt forms of harassment
The Impact of Harassment on Individuals and Organizations
- Psychological and emotional effects on individuals
- Impact on workplace culture and productivity
- The cost of ignoring harassment incidents
Building a Respectful Workplace
- Core principles of respect and inclusivity
- Encouraging open communication and collaboration
- Recognizing and challenging unconscious bias
Handling Harassment Complaints
- How to report harassment: roles and responsibilities
- Steps to investigate and resolve complaints
- Maintaining confidentiality and fairness
Prevention Strategies and Best Practices
- Creating and enforcing anti-harassment policies
- Conducting regular training and awareness sessions
- Empowering bystanders to intervene and support
Case Studies and Role-Playing Exercises
- Analyzing real-world harassment scenarios
- Role-playing to practice effective responses
- Group discussions and feedback
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- None (Open to all employees and team leaders)
Target Audience
- Employees at all organizational levels
- Team leaders and managers
- HR professionals
Testimonials (4)
How small things you might take as normal can be seen by other people as being harassed and how to go about identifying it, reporting it and dealing with it.
Stacy Gomm - Manitou SA (Pty) Ltd
Course - Workplace Harassment Prevention
All my questions for the topic were answered in a great and productive for the mind way.
Svilen Lyubenov Dimitrov - ESB HUB
Course - Workplace Harassment Prevention
For me it was the additional knowledge that I gained/heard about the ways that we can tell when harassment is actually harassment and not something else; the types of harassment and how they work; the possible ways to downscale/manage a situation like this.
Zara Ivanova - ESB HUB
Course - Workplace Harassment Prevention
First of all, I want to thank Zornitsa for her professionalism and for engaging our staff so effectively. The materials were top-notch, and the time spent was both engaging and went by in a flash. What I found most valuable was learning how to build a genuinely safe environment for employees. The training went way beyond standard anti-harassment rules—it offered deep, practical insights into everyday communication and fostering a culture of trust.
