KnowledgeCity

Preventing Discrimination and Harassment in the Workplace

Cultivate a safe and respectful work environment
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Course: On-Demand
Essential  Provider KnowledgeCity  17 Lessons ·  52m  in Arabic, German, English, Spanish, French, Hindi, Portuguese, Urdu, Chinese Simplified 

What You'll Learn

  • Identify different forms of workplace harassment and discrimination, including bullying, sexual harassment, microaggressions, and online harassment
  • Understand federal anti-discrimination laws and the regulations that protect workers
  • Develop strategies to create a positive and inclusive workplace culture
  • Implement effective policies and reporting mechanisms to address harassment and discrimination
  • Respond to and investigate reports of harassment and discrimination while recognizing retaliation
  • Apply bystander awareness to help prevent discrimination and harassment

Key Takeaways

  • Discrimination and harassment in the workplace often manifest subtly, making them difficult to identify and address.
  • Federal anti-discrimination laws and worker protection regulations carry legal responsibilities and consequences for organizations.
  • Effective reporting systems encourage victims to come forward, supporting a safer and more inclusive workplace.
  • Leadership plays a key role in fostering a respectful, positive, and inclusive work culture.
  • Best practices that prevent harassment protect employee rights, enhance well-being, and contribute to organizational success.

Frequently Asked Questions

What will I learn in this course?

You will learn to identify various forms of harassment and discrimination, understand worker protection laws, develop strategies for a positive and inclusive culture, and implement effective policies and reporting mechanisms to address harassment.

What types of harassment and discrimination does the course cover?

The course covers defining discrimination, harassment, bullying in the workplace, sexual harassment, microaggressions and offensive speech, and social media and online harassment.

Does the course address legal aspects of workplace harassment?

Yes. It explores federal anti-discrimination laws, legal responsibility and consequences, and understanding retaliation.

How does the course help organizations prevent harassment?

It teaches how to implement policies that prevent harassment, develop effective reporting systems, respond to and investigate reports, apply bystander awareness, and foster a positive workplace culture.

What skills does this course build?

It builds skills in sexual harassment awareness, cultural studies, and non-discrimination.