Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
A practical, culturally intelligent prevention programme that builds confidence, clarity and accountability across your organisation, so people know how to act early and act safely to prevent sexual harassment.
Programme Overview
This Sexual Harassment Prevention Training programme supports organisations to move beyond policy awareness and into real behavioural change. Teams learn how sexual harassment shows up in everyday environments, how to identify unwanted behaviour early and how to intervene safely. The programme aligns with UK best practice, Equality Act responsibilities and the evolving Workplace Protection Act expectations. It is suitable for any organisation aiming to improve culture, reduce risk and build clarity across all levels.
What the programme covers
- Clear definitions of workplace sexual harassment and inappropriate behaviour
- Real-world examples of verbal, non-verbal, in-person and online harassment
- Power dynamics, boundaries and culture
- How to recognise early warning signs
- Bystander intervention training for colleagues and managers
- How to respond when someone reports harassment
- Safe, confident handling of disclosures and next steps
- Manager responsibilities and organisational escalation routes
- How to build a safer, more respectful workplace culture
Format
Delivered as a half-day or full-day workshop, available online or onsite. Includes scenario-based learning, reflective exercises, practical tools and lived-experience insights.
Why it works
Practical, scenario-based learning for both employees and managers. This programme reduces risk of complaints, escalations and unsafe behaviour, while helping organisations meet their legal and reputational responsibilities.
Programme Outcomes
By the end of this programme, participants will:
- Recognise sexual harassment, inappropriate behaviour and blurred boundaries
- Take early action using simple, safe intervention techniques
- Support colleagues with confidence, clarity and empathy
- Handle disclosures without causing further harm
- Use correct reporting routes and escalation processes
- Contribute to a workplace culture that is safe, respectful and accountable
- Understand leadership expectations and organisational responsibilities
Optional Extras
Scenario-Based Sessions
Live scenarios to explore moments involving unclear boundaries, inappropriate comments, online harassment and bystander interventions.
Policy Review & Leadership Advisory
A light-touch review of your sexual harassment policy, communication routes and early resolution processes. Includes practical behavioural recommendations.
Workplace Culture Diagnostics
Choose from a complete or micro-diagnostic exploring cultural norms, expectations and risks linked to harassment and boundary-crossing behaviour.
Follow-Up Practice Clinic
A virtual session to help teams apply the training, troubleshoot challenges and maintain momentum.
Frequently asked questions
Is this harassment prevention training suitable for mixed levels of experience?
Yes. The content meets employees, managers and leaders where they are, with accessible language and practical tools.
Will participants need to disclose anything personal?
No. Participants do not need to share personal experiences unless they choose to.
Does it include online and hybrid harassment?
Yes. The training covers in-person, remote and digital communication.
Can you tailor the scenarios to our environment?
Yes. Scenarios can reflect corporate, frontline, public-facing, operational or hybrid teams.
Can this training be adapted for Senior Leadership Teams, and do you cover specific leadership responsibilities?
Yes. The programme can be tailored specifically for SLTs, including strategic decision-making, organisational risk, expectation-setting and cultural influence. We make leadership responsibilities clear, especially around modelling behaviour, responding to concerns, enabling safe reporting routes and creating the conditions where harassment is less likely to occur.
Does the programme cover UK legal requirements?
It references the Equality Act 2010, the Worker Protection Act 2023, and employer responsibilities, framed in practical language.
Do participants receive resources?
Yes. Each participant receives practical tools and guidance to embed the learning immediately.
Do you provide post-session resources?
Yes. Participants receive a toolkit with simple, practical tools to apply immediately.