Guest Workshop with Sheryl Simms - Organisational Accountability for Reducing Risk of Sexual Harm.

Topics addressed will include:
- A brief introduction to the legislation, including the new proactive duty on employer to prevent sexual
harassment, a discussion on ‘reasonable steps’, and where accountability for action may lie
- Looking at preconceptions on sexuality and harm and the impact on good decision-making
- Building clarity around the difference between what is and is not illegal and what may and may not make
for a good culture within an organisation.
- An introduction to elements of abusive behaviours, the links between domestic and sexual abuse.
- How perpetrators can use organisational settings to further their intentions
- Picking up red flags and considering interventions
- pointers to listening and questioning techniques in addressing concerns
- The importance of communication, information sharing, and compliance