
Tackling Bullying and Discrimination in the Workplace
Categories: Allyship Lunch and Learn Inclusion and Belonging
In a survey conducted, it was found that almost 30% of employees have experienced workplace bullying, and 43% of employees who work from home reported being bullied.
Workplace bullying, just like any other bullying, can negatively impact one’s health and productivity. In this workshop, we’ll be exploring what is workplace bullying, how to spot workplace bullying, the potential effects of workplace bullying, and how you can deal with a workplace bully.
Any mistreatment that is harmful and targeted at a person, especially at a workplace, can be considered workplace bullying. The remarks or actions of a bully can be mean, offensive, intimidating, or mocking. Workplace bullying is usually directed at a person or a group
In this interactive and engaging session, Joanne Lockwood speaks about how to spot the signs of bullying, discrimination and misuse of power dynamics. Also, what you can do right now to stand up, report it and how to support others?
Key Points:
- Identifying Different Types of Workplace Bullying
- Who is Doing the Workplace Bullying?
- Effects and Impact of Bullying
- How to Take Action and show Allyship
Following the presentation, Joanne will be around for an open Q&A where you can challenge her with your thoughts or maybe even ask her for some ideas on how you can tackle your own challenges.