Building Respectful Workplaces
New Program Promotion: DCA Members will receive a 20% discount if they book a program before 21/12/2026.
Despite more than 40 years of legislation, workplace policies and training, sexual harassment remains a persistent issue in Australian workplaces. Almost one in five workers continue to experience sexual harassment at work, with the impacts often felt most acutely by workers from marginalised groups.
Preventing workplace sexual harassment requires more than policies and reporting mechanisms. Sexual harassment is both driven by and reinforces gender inequality, making it important to understand how workplace culture, power and inclusion shape people’s experiences. Taking a diversity and inclusion (D&I) lens can help us recognise the factors that contribute to harm and identify opportunities to create safer, more respectful workplaces.
DCA’s latest research highlights inclusion as a powerful protective factor. Workers in inclusive teams are 3x less likely to experience sexual harassment, those with inclusive managers are 2.5x less likely, and workers in inclusive organisations are 2x more likely to experience protection from harassment. Building inclusion is therefore not only essential for creating positive workplace cultures, but also a critical strategy for preventing sexual harassment and reducing its impact.
This program will outline what sexual harassment in the workplace is, explore the connection between inclusion, gender equality and workplace sexual harassment and discuss practical steps that you can take to prevent and respond to sexual harassment in the workplace.
This program equips participants with the knowledge and practical tools to recognise the role inclusion plays in preventing workplace sexual harassment and to contribute to a culture of respect, safety and belonging for all.
This is a 90-minute program, delivered virtually or in person.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Understand what sexual harassment is and related unlawful behaviours
- Recognise how harassment can show up in everyday workplace interactions and contexts
- Be able to identify the impact of harassment on individuals, teams, and organisations
- Understand how to respond appropriately as a target, bystander, or colleague
- Understand how to contribute to a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace culture
Program Overview
Part 1: Sexual harassment at work
Part 2: Preventing sexual harassment – inclusion@work
Part 3: Preventing and responding as a colleague
Part 4: Next Steps
Interactive Elements
This program includes group discussions, case studies, self-reflection activities and post training resources for participants.
Learner Profile
This program is suitable for all employees from any organisation and organisational level, regardless of prior subject knowledge.
Pricing and Format
| Delivery Method | Program Duration | Member Price* | Non-Member Price* |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Face-to-Face |
90-minutes |
$3,300 |
$4,950 |
|
Virtual |
90-minutes |
$2,750 |
$4,400 |
To encourage maximum learner participation, this program is limited to groups of up to 30 per program. Up to 10 extra employees can attend for an additional participant surcharge of $500 per program.
*All pricing is GST inclusive.
Next Steps
To send through an expression of interest please complete our program EOI form below. Alternatively email workshops@dca.org.au or phone 02 8014 4300.