Combating Sexual Harassment & Violence
This course equips participants with legal knowledge, behavioural insight, and actionable strategies to prevent and address sexual harassment and violence effectively. It aims to transform workplace culture, ensuring safe, inclusive environments aligned with the latest Code of Practice.
Programme Overview
Unchecked harassment damages trust, productivity, and organisational reputation. Policies alone are not enough without cultural change and practical enforcement. This course equips participants with legal knowledge, behavioural insight, and actionable strategies to prevent and address sexual harassment effectively. Through interactive modules, role plays, and real world scenarios, attendees learn to identify misconduct, apply grievance procedures, and foster a respectful environment. Designed for HR professionals, managers, and decision makers, this training transforms awareness into action, ensuring workplaces are safe, inclusive, and aligned with the latest Code of Practice.
Learning Outcomes
Understand legal provisions and organisational responsibilities.
Identify types and categories of sexual harassment.
Implement effective grievance and disciplinary procedures.
Develop in-house mechanisms for prevention and resolution.
Foster a culture of respect and safety through behavioural change.
Who Should Attend?
HR and Employment Managers
Department Heads and Senior Management
Legal Officers and Compliance Teams
Branch and Administration Managers
Board Members and HR Consultants
Course Outline
Day 1 (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
Module 1: INTRODUCTION & CODE
- Introduction
- Code of Conduct for prevention & Eradication of SH at the Workplace.
Module 2: TYPES OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT + CATEGORIES OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT
- Action (s) Accompanied by an Employment Threat or Benefit.
- Action (s) Creating a Hostile Work Environment.
- Sexual Coercion.
- Sexual Annoyance.
Module 3: BULLYING
- What is Bullying?
- Punishment for Bullying
- Verbal Assault and words
Module 4: THE MECHANISM
- In- House Mechanism to combat Sexual Harassment
- Complaint/Grievance Procedure
- Disciplinary Rules and Penalties
- Protective and Remedial Measures for the Victim
Module 5: WORKPLACE VIOLENCE
- Definition
- The Problems Of Workplace Violence
- Risk Factors Of Workplace Violence
- Identifying Workplace Violence
Module 6: SEXUAL HARASSMENT MISCONDUCT ROLE PLAY
- Minor Misconduct.
- Major Misconduct.
- Serious Misconduct.
End of training