The way that many employers approach workplace s-xual harassment training won't change problematic behaviour at work, and can even do more harm than good, a culture specialist warns.
After claiming there was "nothing it could have done" to prevent a manager from s-xually harassing a younger colleague, an employer has been found vicariously liable for his behaviour.
It was "implausible" that a manager would plead guilty to a criminal charge if the allegations underpinning it weren't true, a commission has commented, in finding he also breached workplace harassment laws.
Regulatory and legislative change are creating a stronger framework for gender equality in the workplace, but the struggle to translate policy into practice continues, according to a leader in the space.
In the wake of substantial reforms to workplace legislation and regulation, employers now face heightened focus on compliance. Watch this webcast to ensure you're across the most critical areas requiring HR's attention, and which practical steps to take next.
Obstacles that hold employees back from reporting workplace s-xual harassment include psychological factors that should receive more attention in HR strategies, researchers say.
Capability, rather than "courage", is what drives employees to act when they witness workplace misconduct or inappropriate behaviour, according to a people and culture expert.
General protections claims are the fastest-growing category of applications in the Fair Work Commission, with reforms now underway to stem the tide. This webinar will discuss important developments in both procedural issues and case law.
