Shining a Light on Respect at Work

Overview

A recent inquiry by the Australian Human Rights Commission found that the current legal and regulatory system is no longer suitable for addressing workplace sexual harassment effectively. In response to this, the Sex Discrimination and Fair Work (Respect at Work) Amendment Act 2021 (the Act) was introduced in late 2021. The Act incorporates six recommendations from the Australian Human Rights Commission's report titled 'Respect@Work: A National Inquiry into Sexual Harassment in the Australian Workplace.'

The 'Shining a Light on Respect@Work' course illuminates the profound impact of harassment, the necessity for a new framework to prevent and respond to it, and how the Respect@Work Amendment Bill addresses these needs. Additionally, it delves into an organisation's positive duty to fulfill these obligations and the potential consequences that may arise if they fail to do so.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the 'Shining a Light on Respect@Work course, learners should understand:

• What the Respect@work report is, and why it was conducted
• The new positive duty for employers to prevent and respond to sexual harassment in the workplace
• The framework for employers to effectively prevent and respond to sexual harassment in the workplace
• What is considered sexual harassment]
• Steps employees can take if they feel they have been sexually harassed at work
• The consequences to perpetrators of sexual harassment and the organisation that enabled their behaviour

Why should I take this course

This course equips you with a deep understanding of the Respect@Work legal framework, empowers you to prevent and address workplace sexual harassment, and supports the implementation of robust policies and procedures. With this course, organisations can mitigate risks, promote a culture of inclusivity and equality, and safeguard the well-being of their employees.

Audience

The "Shining a Light on Respect@Work" course is perfect Employees, Human resources professionals, Managers and Supervisors who play a critical role in creating a safe and respectful work environment committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity, equality, and respect.