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What’s Love Got To Do with HR? Tips for Regulating Office Romances

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Sexual harassment The #MeToo movement made it clear that far too many women still deal with unwanted attention. Unclear and inconsistent policies make it harder to respond to harassment. Unfortunately, you can’t afford to ignore the problem, either. A workplace romance can, in no way, lead to special treatment.

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7 Strategies Addressing How to Prevent Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

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On any given day, you can do a Google search for “sexual harassment,” click on the “News” link, and find dozens of headlines about recent sexual harassment allegations. The stories cross geographies and industries and they show how little has been invested in preventing sexual harassment in the workplace.

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Sexual harassment in the workplace: a prevention checklist

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Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious issue that can be detrimental to your employees—both emotionally and professionally—as well as a serious legal issue for your business. A recent study found that 35% of US workers have experienced workplace sexual harassment, and 40% of that group said they never filed a complaint. .

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HR Courses Online: Enhancing Human Resource Skills for Professionals

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Want to know the best online courses to learn human resources? These are the most commonly used online HR courses to boost your confidence, increase your skillset, and make you the HR professional in demand. Finding the right HR courses online to prepare for your human resources career can be confusing.

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4 Ways to Create Effective Sexual Harassment Training

HR Morning

In a study by the Association for Talent Development (ATD), 71 percent of HR professionals said their company conducts sexual harassment prevention training. adults believe changes need to be made to eliminate sexual harassment and assault in the workplace, with 44 percent saying better sexual harassment training is the key.

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Sexual Harassment Training Requirements in California for Employees and Employers

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California lawmakers take allegations of workplace sexual harassment seriously. California’s mandate that employers provide sexual harassment prevention training is a longstanding requirement. The Golden State has required sexual harassment prevention training since 2005. Unpaid interns.

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How to Create an Anti Discrimination Policy in the Workplace

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An anti discrimination policy in the workplace prevents discrimination and harassment of employees based on protected characteristics. So, this covers everything from disabilities and pregnancy to dress code and harassment in the workplace. Clearly define terms such as discrimination and harassment within your policy.