Too many organizations are learning the hard way that the actions (or inactions) of their leaders can create tremendous liability for the organization when it comes o workplace harassment. In recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings, the court made clear that organizations could be held liable for the supervisors' behavior, even if they had no knowledge of that behavior. It is not enough for an organization to draft a policy against harassment. Participant Objectives * Model respectful behavior * Coach employees to avoid disrespectful behavior * Respond immediately to situations that could lead to harassment claims.

The In This Together video training package presents an engaging look at harassment and respect in the workplace. Seven front line employees from a variety of businesses speak directly to their peers as they lay out the issues of respect and harassment head on. No heavy corporate message, but rather insightful looks at real situations that will lead employees to make better choices. From dealing with gossip to being in a bad mood, the In This Together video package utilizes an entertaining, non-threatening opinion survey to create a safe environment where viewers can re-evaluate their beliefs and their actions. Also included with the training video are 10 In This Together Employee Handbooks containing practical answers to over 50 difficult business situations. In This Together's Key Learning Points... * Benefits of common courtesies * Rules when attracted to someone at work * Perception vs. intent and who wins & loses * Legal definition of a hostile work environment * The risks of offensive language & jokes * The human cost of gossip * What to do when in a bad mood

With so much training today focused narrowly on the question 'Is this harassment, or isn't it?' We tend to lose sight of what should be the desired goal - a espectful workplace. Participant Objectives * Realize the importance of familiarizing themselves with your organization's policies and the the law. * Acknowledge that all people have an equal right to work in a respectful environment. * Examine the attitudes, beliefs, and actions towards those who are different. * A respectful workplace is built on equality, accepting differences, and appreciating diversity.

You Can STOP Harassment is comprised of short dramatizations that explore harassment issues that are common within organizations. Each scenario is analyzed by a diverse group of legal, human resources and communications experts. These practitioners discuss the significance of the dramatization and suggest guidelines when encountering a similar situation. Several scenarios are "rewound" and played again, modeling appropriate, respectful communication. Program 1 Scenarios (26 minutes): 1st Scenario: Sexual & gender harassment 2nd Scenario: Racial harassment 3rd Scenario: Sexual orientation harassment 4th Scenario: Religious harassment & retaliation

You Can STOP Harassment is comprised of short dramatizations that explore harassment issues that are common within organizations. Each scenario is analyzed by a diverse group of legal, human resources and communications experts. These practitioners discuss the significance of the dramatization and suggest guidelines when encountering a similar situation. Several scenarios are "rewound" and played again, modeling appropriate, respectful communication. Program 2 Scenarios (25 minutes): 1st Scenario: Racial & sexual harassment 2nd Scenario: Ethnic & religious harassment 3rd Scenario: Same sex harassment

The individual and organizational costs of workplace harassment are enormous. While sexual harassment has commanded much of the medias attention, inappropriate and illegal behavior at work goes far beyond gender issues. In most workplaces it's all too common to find employees who have been personally touched by the intimidation and discomfort of workplace harassment - as observers, targets or as one of those accused of harassing others. Despite the dark picture harassment can create, there is good news for organizations and employees. If we work together, we can stop harassment. To accomplish this will take a united effort by all those affected by harassment at work. This includes the offenders, those they offend, observers of the behavior, and organizational leaders. What distinguishes You Can STOP Harassment is its positive message. The programs in this series are not about pointing fingers and assigning blame. We all share responsibility for stopping workplace harassment. It isnt easy work. The reasons for harassment are many and the roots run deep. Working together, however, we can make great progress toward creating workplaces where people feel safe, valued and free to do their best work. Program Objectives You Can STOP Harassment is intended to encourage employees, supervisors, team leaders and managers in public and private sector organizations to take responsibility to help end all forms of harassment in their workplaces. After viewing Program 1, Taking Responsibility, and working through the printed support materials, participants should understand * what illegal harassment is and its impact at work * the need to support our co-workers in facing up to harassment * how to confront harassment to make it stop * how to defuse disrespectful or harassing situations * that not all harassment is intentional * that it's the impact of our behavior that counts, not our intentions * the importance of setting appropriate boundaries In addition to the objectives above, after viewing Program 2, The Responsible Leader, and working through the printed support materials, participants should understand... * the importance of modeling appropriate behavior * the liabilities managers and organizations face * how to handle a harassment complaint * the danger of retaliation We recommend supervisors and managers view both programs in the series.