Consultancy
Olivia Broderick
Executive PA @ stopsexualmisconduct.co.uk | Stop Sexual Misconduct
As the long-awaited?Worker Protection (Amendment of the Equality Act 2010) Act 2023?kicks in, the Equality Act and the new Act makes it crystal clear, so there is no avoidance of doubt later, 'No employer is exempt from this duty because of size'.
There’s little time for an employer to sit back and gaze at the “to do list” – must tackle ‘sexual harassment’, employers MUST?take a “preventative duty” and “reasonable steps” to stop sexual harassment within their workplace.
We understand the complex interplay of guidance and policy on sexual misconduct issues which can affect every organisation and institution. We find pragmatic solutions for organisations that are faced with these difficult constraints and pressures within a changing-policy landscape, providing cost-effective, innovative, and bespoke solutions.
As a small and dedicated team of experts, our position allows us to be flexible and respond to the individual needs of your business – whatever its size and budget. It enables us to offer you a bespoke programme as well as tailored guidance on strategy and policy for the unique needs of your business.
Our guidance policies provide a benchmark which all organisations should attain.
Making sure that our specialist, highly skilled team are involved in the setting up and implementation of your ‘Prevent Sexual Misconduct Policy,’ can help ensure that the workplace environment is non-discriminatory, safe and respectful for all, and that a cooperative culture is established to promote the safety and wellbeing of the workforce in all organisations and institutions. By prioritising your company’s commitment to stopping sexual misconduct, you can increase the involvement and engagement of all staff. Thus, delivering maximum impact for your employees and providing the highest quality for your business.
An effective ‘Prevent Sexual Misconduct Policy’ will aim to:
·?????? provide the guidance needed to eradicate any sex discriminatory practices.
·?????? protect people against bias or preference to race, colour, religion, sexuality, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, politics, military service status, disabled and younger people or other protected characteristic. Sexual harassment is often linked with other forms of discrimination.
·?????? protect employees who have less secure work contracts as often sexual harassment can be linked with a workplace power imbalance experienced by those in casual or precarious forms of work.
·?????? highlight your company’s commitment to valuing your staff and to tackling discrimination in all its forms.
·?????? improve recruitment and retention for your company. Agreeing good and fair practice for all, will advertise the benefits of being a part of your organisation.
·?????? highlight how your organisation has expert communication skills when dealing with employees.
·?????? reduce the number of sex discrimination and sexual harassment cases that would require representation by?stopsexualmisconduct.co.uk.
When engaging with our policy service, we require all of those who we work with to be familiar with our standards, explanatory guidance, and the law governing their work, and to be able to explain and justify their decisions and actions should they be required to do so at either an employment tribunal or a court of law or both.
Obtain Objective Results From Independent Monitoring
How effectively is your organisation complying with its policies and procedures on issues regarding sexual misconduct??
How do you ensure that your business is acting in accordance with statutory laws??
We can serve as an independent monitor to:?
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·?????? evaluate your organisation’s compliance with its protocols and procedures.
·?????? assess its efforts to reduce sexual misconduct.?
·?????? appraise the extent to which your organisation provides an effective structure to allow for anonymous reporting of related incidents.
Creating a positive workplace environment along with the correct policies, procedures, awareness training and preventative measures should ensure your organisation does not add to the shocking statistics of sexual harassment at work.
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We’re sure you’ll find us a little different, after all, we are a unique company, you’ll always find us warm and friendly to have a conversation with and we’re down to earth, so we won’t bamboozle you with jargon either and believe that a crucial part of being a successful business is being extremely approachable and providing easily accessible support through a team of knowledgeable and dedicated experts. We will answer your questions and concerns and guide you through the process of dealing with issues pertaining to the eradication of sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, and sexual assault within the workplace.
We realise that this is a notoriously complex subject, and?stopsexualmisconduct.co.uk?is readily available to provide a professional and trustworthy service that can make a huge, positive difference to your business.
You can download our online brochure here:?Our Brochure
If you would like further details or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me directly via my email:?[email protected]?or you can contact our office directly on 0330 043 9727.
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