Banter, Harassment and Bullying Investigations

Have you seen complex investigations go wrong? Do you want to make sure your organisation safely addresses Bullying and Harassment cases? Does the phrase “it’s just banter” cause you to shudder? For investigators dealing with Bullying and Harassment cases, this terminology is all too common.

Join us as we discuss the nuances of bullying and harassment investigations. We will cover current trends, debunk myths, and review how the harm-centred approach can be adopted to make your investigations safer for everyone.

Participants will analyse a closed case, identifying what went well and what fell short. We will explore how to carry out safe investigations from disclosure to closure, and look at how organisations can integrate investigation insights to drive cultural change and promote accountability.

Agenda:

Day 1: Friday, 20th September 2024, 9.30 am – 12.30 pm (UK)

• Welcome and Introductions
• Introduction to the case study
• Bullying and Harassment – key terms and definitions
• Receiving Disclosures -viewing documents from this case and discussion of best practice
• Interviewing – viewing a video and interview statements, and discussion
• Myth busting –  the harm-centred approach 

Day 2: Friday, 27th September 2024, 9.30 am – 12.30 pm (UK)

• Reminder of Day 1
• Weighing up evidence and coming to a conclusion on a case – balance of probability approach in bullying and harassment cases
• Viewing an investigation report activity
• Bringing in the harm-centred and trauma-informed approach
• Case closure and organisational culture

Learning Outcomes:

• Gain more confidence to carry out bullying and harassment investigations
• Be more familiar with a harm-centred approach and applying it in bullying and harassment investigations
• Be more aware of risks and challenges in bullying and harassment investigations and how to avoid pitfalls and mistakes

Register

This training event will take place on Zoom and delegates will receive an invite after registration