California is usually among the states providing the most stringent protections - and other states usually follow these examples. Although we cannot cover the requirements in each and every state in a few hours course, we believe that by following the combination of federal and California State Law, plus our recommendations to be even more prudent, you will be in compliance.
Many examples of behaviors that could be construed as either appropriate or inappropriate - depending on the point of view of those involved will be offered as well as examples of clear inappropriate behaviors.
Laws against Abusive behavior -bullying - are new. We discuss these in detail.
In addition, there is a section on general prevention training - how to conduct it.
We cover the laws and examples of discrimination, harassment (sexual and otherwise) and the rights of the victim. Finally, we offer information about handling complaints and refer those we are instructing to other courses about investigating and dealing with conflict provided by Dr. Diamond
This author strongly suggests that this training be given to employees at least annually no matter how large or small the head count. It only takes two people to have a behavior reported as either harassment, bullying, or discrimination.
This is a valuable course that will help everyone in the workplace learn to be more understanding and courteous to others.
Why you should Attend
Not only is this mandatory for many of you, but the information contained in this course will enable you to recognize and prevent even the most subtle forms of harassment. As an employer or responsible person you want your staff (volunteers or paid) to behave in the most socially-workplace appropriate.
Speaker
Dr. ArLyne Diamond, Ph.D. is an internationally recognized Leadership, Management, Professional Development, and Organizational Development (O-D) consultant specializing in people and processes in the workplace. Multifaceted, Dr. Diamond has extensive experience in a wide range of disciplines (business, education, management, marketing, business ownership, psychology - and some economics and law as well). This enables her to see things from a variety of angles and to cleave to the essence of a problem quickly, offering her clients creative and practical solutions.As the President and Founder of her consulting firm, Diamond Associates, which was established in 1981, Dr. Diamond's clients range from boards of directors and upper management to support staff in many industries, both public and private. This includes small business and professional practices, corporations, associations, service/charity organizations and government agencies (including police and fire). She works with individuals, teams and large groups. Dr. Diamond trains Boards of Directors and teaches several courses to board members and those striving for board appointments.She is well known for her skill in large and small group process, including workshops in strategic planning, change management, conflict resolution, system streamlining, communication, management of people and projects, as well as board of directors development, committee and team training.
Who Should Attend
- Everyone who has to interact with others in associations, religious organizations and/or the workplace
- All managers and others responsible for the safety of others in their location(s)
