Strategies for managers to prevent sexual harassment
- Request the manager’s support in conciliations.
- Â Ensure that there is no backlash on the employee who has complained
- Have staff in senior positions who understand the nuances of sexual harassment
- Discuss informal mechanisms for the prevention of sexual harassment at the workplace
- Get proper training in grievance handling, counselling and gender sensitivity
What to do if someone comes to you with a complaint
Give a patient hearing to the individual. After assuring them of support, encourage them to approach the committee. Moving forward, the committee can establish whether it is a case of sexual harassment. Furthermore, the committee can take appropriate action.