Psychosocial Hazards Employees / Managers
Respect@Work – Employees
Respect @ Work: Positive Duty Guidelines for Leaders
Respect @ Work: Preventing Sexual Harassment for Leaders
Anti-Bullying and Anti-Harassment for Employees
Preparing for AHRC oversight: Four initiatives to navigate the Respect@Work Act
As of December 12, 2023, the Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) wields unprecedented authority to rigorously oversee compliance, publicly identify, and penalise businesses falling short in addressing and preventing workplace sexual harassment. The game-changing Respect@Work Act of 2022, through amendments to the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth), Workplace Safety laws, Fair Work Act 2009, and […]
AHRC’s Guidelines for Effective Online Education and Training – Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth)
Paving the Path to Equality In light of recent amendments to the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth), organisations are now tasked with proactively addressing behaviours that undermine workplace equality. This blog explores the guidelines from the Australian Human Rights Commission on effective education and training to foster a fair and inclusive environment, with a particular […]
Navigating the seas of change: Reality TV’s reflection on workplace harassment
In the realm of reality television, where captivating narratives often take centre stage, a recent episode of Below Deck Down Under has cast a harsh spotlight on a grave reality that extends far beyond the entertainment industry. The revelations of two sexual misconduct incidents involving staff members on the show have not only sent shockwaves […]
Workplace Sexual Harassment: Risks and impacts on organisations and employees
Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious issue that can have a profound impact on both the employees who experience it and the organisation. In Australia, the prevalence of workplace sexual harassment has been highlighted in the recent Respect@Work report, which found that one in three workers have experienced sexual harassment in the workplace. […]
Respect@Work Act: New positive duty for managers in Australia
Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious issue that affects one in four workers in Australia. To address this issue, the Respect@Work Act was introduced to impose new responsibilities on managers and employers in the country, making it mandatory for them to take steps to prevent harassment in their workplace. The Respect@Work Act The […]