10 Behaviors That Lead to Sexual Harassment Issues
10 Behaviors That Lead to Sexual Harassment Issues 1. Unwelcome Comments About Appearance or Body “You look sexy in that dress” or “You should smile more.” Even seemingly casual remarks can create discomfort if repeated or unwanted. 2. Sexual Jokes, Innuendo, or Humor Sharing dirty jokes, memes, or “locker room talk” in person, over email, […]
Connecticut Sexual Harassment Training Requirements
Connecticut Sexual Harassment Training Requirements: What Employers Need to Know Sexual harassment prevention remains a critical compliance responsibility for employers across the United States. In Connecticut, these responsibilities are especially significant under the Time’s Up Act, signed into law on June 18, 2019. This legislation expanded training and posting requirements for organizations, strengthened employee protections, […]
Why Some States Require Bystander Intervention Training Alongside Sexual Harassment Training
Why Some States Require Bystander Intervention Training Alongside Sexual Harassment Training Workplace sexual harassment prevention laws have evolved significantly in recent years. Beyond the traditional focus on educating employees about what harassment looks like and how to report it, some states now require bystander intervention training as part of their mandated sexual harassment prevention programs. […]
Why Respect and Civility Training Are Increasingly Paired With Sexual Harassment Training
Why Respect and Civility Training Are Increasingly Paired With Sexual Harassment Training For years, sexual harassment prevention training has been a compliance cornerstone for organizations across the United States. While these programs remain essential, many states and employers are recognizing that compliance alone isn’t enough to create truly safe, inclusive workplaces. That’s why respect and […]
Beyond California, New York, and Connecticut: Other States with Strong Sexual Harassment Training Laws
Beyond California, New York, and Connecticut: Other States with Strong Sexual Harassment Training Laws Sexual harassment prevention is no longer optional — it’s a compliance requirement in many states across the country. While California, New York, and Connecticut have some of the most comprehensive mandates, other states have also passed robust legislation to protect employees […]
4 Reasons HR Proactive Includes Emotional Intelligence in Sexual Harassment Training
4 Reasons HR Proactive Includes Emotional Intelligence in Sexual Harassment Training Employers across the U.S. are required to provide sexual harassment prevention training, with states like Connecticut mandating two hours of training for all employees. While compliance is essential, HR Proactive takes a proactive approach by combining Emotional Intelligence (EI) training with sexual harassment training. […]
Why We Include Unconscious Bias and Microaggressions in Sexual Harassment Training
Why We Include Unconscious Bias and Microaggressions in Sexual Harassment Training Moving Beyond Compliance For years, sexual harassment prevention training has been treated as a “check-the-box” compliance exercise. Companies ran sessions because the law required it, not because they believed it shaped workplace culture. But as workplace dynamics evolve, so do the issues that cause […]
10 Best Practices for Supervisors & Managers to Avoid Sexual Harassment Claims Against Themselves
10 Best Practices for Supervisors & Managers to Avoid Sexual Harassment Claims Against Themselves Supervisors and managers are not only more visible but also held to a higher legal and ethical standard. Courts often view harassment claims involving leadership as especially serious because of the power imbalance. The following 10 best practices can help supervisors […]
Why We Include a Training Module on Boundaries in Our Sexual Harassment Training
Why We Include a Training Module on Boundaries in Our Sexual Harassment Training Sexual harassment prevention training is not only a best practice — it’s a legal requirement in many jurisdictions. States such as California, New York, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, and others mandate regular harassment prevention training for employees and managers. At the federal level, […]
California Sexual Harassment Training Requirements: What Employers Need to Know
California Sexual Harassment Training Requirements: What Employers Need to Know California has long been at the forefront of workplace protections, and its sexual harassment prevention training laws are among the most comprehensive in the country. Under the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and subsequent legislation such as SB 1343, nearly all employers must provide […]