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Key statistics related to gendered violence in Australia collated by #OurWatch 2 in 5 women (39%) have experienced violence since the age of 15. On average, one woman is killed EVERY WEEK by a current or former partner. In the year 2021/22, 4,620 women aged 15 years and over (average of 13 women/day) were hospitalised due to family and domestic violence. 1 in 4 women (27%) has experienced violence, emotional abuse, or economic abuse by a cohabitating partner since the age of 15. 1 in 3 women (31%) has experienced physical violence since the age of 15. 1 in 5 women (22%) has experienced sexual violence since the age of 15. Violence is an outcome. Attitudes, mindsets and behaviours are the inputs. #justdont https://lnkd.in/gGUMac6W

What Is Harassment? 🔍 Harassment is any unwanted behavior that disrupts work and responsibilities. The law protects against harassment based on race, gender, national origin, or sexual orientation. This includes verbal comments, unwanted behavior, touching, and more. It can come from supervisors, coworkers, or clients. Contact Harman Green PC for expert support and guidance. #EmploymentLaw #WorkplaceHarassment #KnowYourRights #LegalSupport #HarmanGreenPC #EmployeeProtection #Discrimination #LegalAdvice #Justice

🚨IT'S NOT COOL, BRO. 🚨 It's appalling how many women I've met who are actively seeking advice on how to navigate intense situations of workplace discrimination, retaliation, and/or sexual harassment. I have several helpful tips, but my #1 piece of advice is to follow Ryan Stygar on TikTok or Instagram: instagram.com/attorneyryan Ryan is an employment law attorney in California who primarily represents employees who are wronged by businesses who think they can get away with gross misconduct by throwing money at predatory behavior. 👉🏽 If you find yourself feeling hopeless in a toxic work environment, collect yourself and begin taking actionable steps to protect yourself. #sexualharassment #retaliation #workplaceabuse #discrimination #notlegaladvice -- (I have no affiliation with his business; his content helped me through my own horrific experience.)

#Conflict is equal to sex. It’s a natural phenomena , we need it to thrive. It has pathologies and extraordinary benefits to us as a species. I'm joining others to mourn the death of another #whistleblower, John Barrett. I'm also observing the collective response, which is continued thrashing around to find, create, develop better #policies, tougher #laws, clearer #processes to 'protect #whistleblowers. Many years ago Dan Ariely shared that he didn't want or expect to see #whistleblowing becoming a social norm. He believed there were too many #behavioural tradeoffs involved. I agree - there's a healthy alternative to whistleblowing, and thats to learn how to engage in #courageousconversations #constructivedialogue #generativedialogues , what used to be called #discourseethics, BEFORE blowing the whistle. I blogged about this in 2020; here's the link: https://lnkd.in/eXSz-uKh #speakup #listenup #actionup #esgdisclosures #sdgs #csr #stakeholders #disclosures #voice #humanrights #training #HR #communicationtraining #freedomofspeech #publicinterest

Need help filing a sexual harassment claim in Las Vegas? This guide explains the process and your legal rights. Tips for documentation, reporting and dealing with claims. #SexualHarassment #EmploymentLaw #LegalRights #LasVegas #MeToo

Many of us frequently tell things like, "Oh, you gained weight," "Oh, you lost weight," or "You look thin/thick" etc .This has become so commonplace that we use it in everyday conversations. We need to realise how this affects the person, not only this but it is also immoral and illegal, but it can also land you imprisonment for years and may incur fine as well . One of the strongest and most well-known laws is the “Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) at Workplace” (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal),2013. Most people have heard of it, but very few understand how strong it is, since some of the women have experienced numerous illegal things, so it is the required law ,but many of them also misuse this for improper purposes, such as seeking revenge or acting out of jealousy etc . Thus, be extra cautious in your words and deeds towards your female colleagues especially . Even a small act of praise also from you could get you behind the bars.

❗Are you prepared for the new legislation (comes into force on 26 October 2024) placing a new duty on all employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment at work? ❗ ❌ A tick-box policy amendment and email update won't be enough to fulfil your obligations. As a minimum, 'reasonable steps' would need to include training that leaves your employees understanding: ✅What is harassment generally and sexual harassment specifically ✅ Unacceptable behaviour and expectations of required behaviour ✅ Reporting mechanisms if somebody has experienced harassment ✅ How to deal with harassment allegations ✅ What to do if they witness harassment ✅ Consequences and risks. 🗣 With about six weeks to go, if you're a 'no' to the above, please drop me a message. #equality #positiveculture #discrimination #dignity #respect Image credit: Distinct Mind on Unsplash Alt description: The image contains a multi-coloured abstract waterfall effect.

Do you know your employer obligations are changing from next month on sexual harassment at work? Sexual harassment is in the headlines again today, as Mohamed Al Fayed is accused of raping and sexually harassing women in his employment. What is sexual harrassment? Under the Equality Act 2010, sexual harassment is defined as unwanted conduct of a sexual nature that has the purpose or effect of violating a person's dignity, or creating an intimidating, hostile, degrading, humiliating or offensive environment. From October 26th employer's must take 'reasonable steps' to prevent sexual harassment. If this isn't something you've considered, get in touch if we can help. #hrconsultancy #sexualharassment #reasonablesteps

🚨 Intraclass Harassment: An Overlooked Issue 🚨 Did you know harassment can happen between individuals of the same gender? Intraclass harassment includes bullying, discrimination, and even sexual harassment — and men can be targets too. Creating a safe workplace means addressing harassment in all forms. At Accurate Employer Solutions, we help businesses establish clear policies and provide training to protect everyone. Want to learn more? Reach out today! The information shared in this LinkedIn post is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. Each workplace situation is unique, and the interpretation and application of the law can vary based on specific facts and circumstances. For personalized advice, please consult one of our qualified legal professionals. 💼#WorkplaceSafety #IntraclassHarassment #MenAsTargets #HarassmentPrevention #EmployeeRights

The 2024 Title IX rules significantly broaden the 2020 regulations. They redefine sexual harassment, adding new categories and procedures for addressing non-sexual harassment discrimination. In this session on The River Connect, we'll discuss the covered conduct and applicable procedures, led by subject-matter experts Andrea Stagg and Adam Wolkoff. 🗓️ MAY 6, 12PM PDT / 3PM EDT Not yet a member? Join today for a complimentary subscription:https://hubs.la/Q02vmlLm0 #RiverConnect #MembershipPerks #GrandRiverSolutions #TitleIX #NewRegs #TitleIXPolicy #EquityPolicy #NewRegsHub