Workplace Sexual Harassment Project

It isn't easy to talk about sexual harassment. We can help shift the conversation to equip and empower employers and employees to prevent and address sexual harassment at work through training tailored to specific industries.

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The goal of shift is to address and prevent sexual harassment in Island workplaces through awareness, education and training that is tailored for employers, employees, high school students and the general public.

Workshops
The shift project offers lively virtual (Zoom) or in-person training sessions for management and staff.

For Employers

• Prevention: A Manager's Toolkit (30-45 minutes) An introduction to the causes, impact, and how to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace
• Investigation (30-45 minutes) An introduction to setting up and executing investigation procedures
• The Big Picture (60-90 minutes) An interactive workshop that takes a deeper look into the causes and impacts of WSH. A chance to explore prevention options and solutions using real life scenarios
• Let's Talk (60-90 minutes) An interactive workshop that explores requirements and responsibilities when it comes to policy and procedures that address workplace sexual harassment. Examples and best practices for receiving complaints, addressing potential pitfalls, investigating complaints (formal and informal processes) and considerations for restoring a safe and productive workplace after harm has happened.

For Staff

Tailor-made training based on employers procedures that include:

• Rights and Responsibilities of Employees and Employers Understanding the obligations and contributions each have to ensuring safe workplaces
• Workplace Safety: Defining workplace sexual harassment and how to create a respectful and safe workplace culture
• Bystander Intervention: Interrupting Harm; Planning ahead for options if you witness workplace sexual harassment
• M.A.P: Management Alert Program designed to deal quickly and efficiently with harassing customers and keep staff safe.

This project is funded by the Department of Justice Canada and is currently able to offer training and resources at no cost to participants.

Email Laura K. Bird, shift Project Manager, or call her at 902-368-4180 for more information or to book a session.

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