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Gender based violence and work: Companies can take several steps to support affected employees. The toolkit sets out in detail 7 important steps. The toolkit also provides a template domestic violence policy that other companies and organisations could use as a starting point.  STEP 1: Create a policy on domestic violence STEP 2: Provide accessible information about the policy and what the company can do STEP 3: Train and raise awareness about domestic violence STEP 4: Create a network of anti-domestic violence ambassadors/advocates STEP 5: Enhance the security of employees affected by domestic violence STEP 6: Partner with domestic violence and victim support organisations, and support wider campaigns STEP 7: Enforce perpetrator accountability and disciplinary actions

As companies and brands we hold the power to spearhead campaigns aimed at combating and transforming social norms/stereotypes related to gender and violence. This approach has the potential to shape perceptions and actions through crafted initiatives broadening the impact of our efforts, against domestic abuse to wider audiences. Apart from fostering work environments we also play a role in driving a societal transformation characterized by fairness, respect and a culture free, from violence by incorporating our understanding of shifting social norms into our supply chain practices, brand communication and marketing efforts. Brands on a Mission

As we wrap up the week, let’s reflect on our commitment to ending gender-based violence in the workplace. Every step we take towards awareness and prevention counts. #ReflectAndAct #EndViolence #WorkplaceSafety #JusticeForAll #StayEngaged #FridayReflection #CommitToEndGBV

TOOLBOX TALK - GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE This Toolbox Talk will feature a very important and sensitive topic: Gender-Based Violence (GBV). It’s crucial to be aware of this issue in our personal lives, workplace, and community. Understanding and addressing GBV is essential to creating a safe and respectful work environment. It's our responsibility to stop and report gender-based violence; if you witness or are aware of any GBV, report it immediately to the authorities at 0800 428 428, and employers must support victims and ensure their safety and well-being. Follow the link to download the full document! #EndGBV #StopGenderViolence #NoMoreViolence #SpeakOut #SupportSurvivors #BreakTheSilence #SafeWorkplace #RespectAndProtect #ZeroTolerance #StandAgainstGBV

It’s time to bust the myths and break the silence. Domestic and family violence is the workplace issue of our challenging times. Australian businesses are at risk of missing a chance to lead on this crisis. We collaborated with @OurWatch to produce our ‘Myth Busting Domestic & Family Violence at Work: Using Evidence to Debunk Common Myths and Assumptions’. While pointing out the enormous cost to Australian businesses, we cannot lose sight of the most important stats: Almost 10 women a day are hospitalised for assault injuries perpetrated by a spouse or domestic partner; and, on average, one woman a week is murdered by her current or former partner. Supporting them is the right – the only – thing to do. Read our Myth Buster here: https://ow.ly/5YXk50TkLTG #DomesticViolence #WorkplaceSafety #DiversityEquityInclusion #WorkplaceCulture #DomesticAndFamilyViolence #ViolenceAgainstWomen

🚨 Recognize the Triggers of Gender-Based Violence. Times of crisis—whether personal or societal—can increase the risk of violence. At Training Company, we provide Trauma-Informed Training to help organizations recognize when individuals are at heightened risk of experiencing or perpetuating violence. By being aware of triggers and offering appropriate support, workplaces can become safer for all. Let’s work together to create environments that prioritize the well-being of everyone. #TraumaInformed #EndGBV #16Days #SafeSpaces

What to do when you learn about a worker dealing with domestic violence. Today is Day 14 of the #16Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. When this kind of information comes to your attention, a number of duties in Part III.0.1 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act are often engaged: risk assessment, safety planning, and disclosure of information about the abuser (balanced with confidentiality obligations), among others. The dvatwork.ca site (from yesterday's post) includes a step-by-step guide to help you through this. It's not meant to be your sole resource, but it connects the important dots for you: 1. Complete the online risk assessment tool: it's meant to be used for initial screening as soon as you receive information about domestic violence. 2. Engage outside experts: the tool will help you decide when engaging the police (whether on an emergency or non-emergency basis), a shelter expert, and/or threat assessment professional is a prudent next step, even when the survivor minimizes the risk of violence. The site also has a list of shelter contacts and threat assessment professionals experienced in domestic violence. In an ideal world, you'd already have a relationship with your local experts (from when you created your workplace violence policy and program) so that they can come help you right away. 3. Complete a safety plan: this template is meant to be completed with the experts you end up engaging. Helpfully, the template contains concrete examples of steps you may choose to take based on the particular risks presented at your workplace. Remember, employers aren't expected to be experts in domestic violence. Your legal duty is to "take every precaution reasonable in the circumstances for the protection of a worker", and there's a network of experts in your community that can help you with that. #NoExcuse UNiTE to end violence against women. #endviolence

Did you know domestic violence often follows you to work? Research shows the effects of domestic violence spill over into the survivors’ and abusers’ workplaces. #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #endthesilence #workplaceviolence https://lnkd.in/e8_cbNZT

Workplace violence is a growing issue, with domestic violence often overlooked as a workplace hazard. When it enters the workplace, it impacts victims, co-workers, and organizations, making awareness and action essential. Join #HealthLinks along with experts Sabrina Hamm, Lydia Waligorski, MPA, and Molly Weston Williamson for an important discussion on violence at work including prevention, intervention, and postvention strategies. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gWQicG8i

We need solutions that take the person who chooses to use violence away - we need true ACCOUNTABILITY and a community that does not condone their use of violence. As long as we let perpetrators continue their lives uninterrupted, victim survivors will bear the burden for their safety. Enough is enough. We need real change. We need REAL accountability not words.