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Sexual Harassment Awareness for Employees 2024

TRAINING COURSE

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Creating a safe and respectful working environment for all employees is imperative for a company's continued success, and eliminating harassment in the workplace South Africa is a key part of that objective.

Our Sexual Harassment Awareness Course is updated to cover the latest requirements from the Code for the Prevention and Elimination of Harassment in the Workplace South Africa. It is tailored for employees in any sector in South Africa and provides essential knowledge and tools to maintain a respectful and inclusive workplace, free from harassment at work place.

This course covers key aspects such as understanding the legal definitions and types of sexual harassment, the requirements of the Code to protect complainants and offenders, and the steps to take if harassment within the workplace occurs.

Participants will also learn about their rights and responsibilities, the role of bystanders, and how to support colleagues facing harassment at work place.

Join our comprehensive 5-hour workshop designed specifically for employees in South Africa. This course will empower you with a clear understanding of the legal definitions and forms of sexual harassment, including quid pro quo and hostile work environments caused by harassment in the workplace South Africa.

You'll learn about your rights and responsibilities, the vital role of bystanders, and the importance of fostering a respectful, inclusive workplace culture free from harassment within the workplace.

Our interactive sessions and case studies will help you recognize and respond to inappropriate behaviour, navigate the reporting process, and support colleagues who may be affected by harassment at work place.

Equip yourself with the knowledge to help create a safer, more respectful work environment for everyone, tackling harassment in the workplace South Africa.

This is aligned to cover all of the essential content of the Updated Code of Good Practice for the Prevention and Elimination of Harassment in the Workplace, 2022.

Delivery Methods

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Audience

  • All employees, regardless of role or seniority
  • Managers and supervisors responsible for enforcing policies
  • HR professionals handling complaints and policy implementation
  • New hires who need to understand workplace expectations
  • Employees in leadership positions
  • Those who frequently interact with colleagues or clients
  • Anyone committed to fostering a positive work culture

Pre-Requisites

This course has no pre-requisites.

Course Outline / Curriculum

Sexual Harassment Awareness Workshop Outline (6 Hours)

Introduction (30 minutes)

  • Purpose and outcomes of the workshop
  • Importance of a safe and respectful workplace
  • Overview of relevant South African laws (Employment Equity Act, etc.)

Session 1: Understanding Sexual Harassment (60 minutes)

  • Definitions and types of sexual harassment (quid pro quo, hostile work environment)
  • South African-specific examples and case studies
  • Group discussion on recognizing harassment

Session 2: Rights and Responsibilities (60 minutes)

  • Employee rights under South African law
  • Employer responsibilities for a safe workplace
  • Role of bystanders and bystander intervention techniques

Session 3: Reporting and Handling Complaints (60 minutes)

  • Internal reporting procedures and confidentiality
  • Role of external bodies (e.g., CCMA) and escalating complaints

Session 4: Building a Respectful Workplace Culture (60 minutes)

  • Importance of respect, diversity, and inclusion
  • Strategies for fostering a harassment-free environment
  • Ongoing training and leadership accountability

Session 5: Support and Resources (30 minutes)

  • Internal and external support systems for victims
  • Encouraging allyship and empowering employees to support each other

Session 6: Workshop Review and Q&A (30 minutes)

  • Recap of key points
  • Open Q&A session
  • Action planning and feedback
  • Closing remarks and encouragement to apply learnings

Schedule Dates and Booking

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Please note that this course needs a minimum of 6 delegates to schedule a course. You can choose to be added to the waiting list by clicking the button below, and we will contact you when we have enough delegates interested. Should we not get enough delegates, we will refund or credit your paid booking.

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Should you need this course urgently, the following options are available:

  1. Pay for 6 delegates (whether you have them or not) and we will schedule the course as soon as possible.
  2. If you have fewer delegates and cannot pay for 6, we can negotiate a shortened course where some of the time will be spent in blended learning - watching videos and doing tutorials and exercises with some contact time with the trainer. We would want to discuss what your core needs are so that we cover those aspects. You need to have paid for 3 delegates at least.
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