Human resource management plays a key role in creating respectful and safe workplaces through talent management strategies. The Respect@Work recommendations offer clear steps that organisations can follow to achieve these goals. A. Recruitment: Building a Values-Based...
Sexual Harassment: A Hidden and Costly Issue Sexual harassment in workplaces is a serious issue that causes harm to both individuals and organisations. It can lower workplace morale, decrease trust, and affect productivity. Inspired by the global #MeToo movement, more...
To assist directors in meeting their governance responsibilities regarding the legislative requirement for Australian companies to prevent sexual harassment, we have prepared a Respect at Work Legislation Checklist for Directors below. Please note, this information is...
Strong leadership at every level is essential for meeting the positive duty to prevent sexual harassment in workplaces. Leaders play a critical role in establishing frameworks to prevent and respond to sexual harassment, while modelling a culture of diversity,...
The information in this article is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice. To prevent sexual harassment, employers must treat sexual harassment as a workplace health and safety issue. This involves identifying and addressing the risks specific to a...
Under Australia’s Respect@Work legislation, employers are required to take proactive measures to eliminate sexual harassment, discrimination, and victimisation. This positive duty calls for addressing workplace risk factors that contribute to misconduct. By...
