Presented By: Steve M. Cohen, Ed. D.

Overview:

The notion of diversity is introduced and explained. This topic is explored from a gender, racial, and behavioral basis. It is anticipated that the attendee will begin to appreciate that different is not worse, it is just different, and may actually be better!

One of the more controversial issues of today's politically correct era is sexual harassment in the workplace. There are steps which can be taken to diminish the likelihood of sexual harassment occurring in your organization. This program overviews the steps associated with taking preventative measures such as developing a policy and procedure that forbids sexual harassment

The program then goes on to provide insight and instruction on how to handle an allegation of sexual harassment when it is brought to your attention. This activity involves interviewing the accused. Once the accused has provided the details of her story, then an interview or interviews with any individuals who may have witnessed the harassment or may be in a position to know about the alleged harassment.

Then, finally, an interview with the accused is required. Following these steps, the attendee will learn how to factor in the issue of credibility in rendering a decision as to whether the allegation is founded or unfounded. The program is both factual and tools-oriented. The attendee will view a video, receive extensive handout materials and will participate in small-group activities.

Objectives:

A. To understand the concept of sexual harassment.

B. To recognize those actions that would be considered sexual harassment.

C. To be able to set up policies and procedures with your facility to address the topic of sexual harassment.

D. To understand the organization's exposure to liability and poor public relations relative to sexual harassment.

E. To know the reactive steps associated with handling allegations of sexual harassment within your organization.

F. To understand the value of diversity within the organization and work group.

Outline:

1. What is sexual harassment?

2. View Video: Sexual Harassment, What is it and Why Should I Care?

3. Reactive response to allegations of sexual harassment

a. Conduct a timely and thorough investigation

1) Interview aggrieved

2) Interview accused

3) Interview peripheral parties

4) Seek counsel, if appropriate (Attorney or Board)

5) Render a judgement

6) Follow up

4. Review of several scenarios--discussion activity

5. Appreciating and overcoming resistance to diversity

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