In 2017, an international movement gained momentum highlighting the pervasiveness of sexual harassment and violence. Millions worldwide used #MeToo, #TimesUp, #BalanceTonPorc, #NotYourHabibti, #Teknisktfel, #QuellaVoltaChe, #YoTambien and similar hashtags not just to bring collective attention to these issues, but to push for changes that would bring an end to sexual violence and discrimination in all their forms by breaking the silence and promoting social change.
But how do we bring about this change? What can we do as individuals, in our work environment, at home, and in our wider social relations?
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In 2017, an international movement gained momentum highlighting the pervasiveness of sexual harassment and violence. Millions worldwide used #MeToo, #TimesUp, #BalanceTonPorc, #NotYourHabibti, #Teknisktfel, #QuellaVoltaChe, #YoTambien and similar hashtags not just to bring collective attention to these issues, but to push for changes that would bring an end to sexual violence and discrimination in all their forms by breaking the silence and promoting social change.
But how do we bring about this change? What can we do as individuals, in our work environment, at home, and in our wider social relations?
In 2017, an international movement gained momentum highlighting the pervasiveness of sexual harassment and violence. Millions worldwide used #MeToo, #TimesUp, #BalanceTonPorc, #NotYourHabibti, #Teknisktfel, #QuellaVoltaChe, #YoTambien and similar hashtags not just to bring collective attention to these issues, but to push for changes that would bring an end to sexual violence and discrimination in all their forms by breaking the silence and promoting social change.
But how do we bring about this change? What can we do as individuals, in our work environment, at home, and in our wider social relations?
No matter where we live, what industry we work in, or what role we have in the workplace, active bystander training is relevant to us all. It acts as a catalyst for action around the pressing issues raised by #MeToo for wider society and for workplaces, whether you’re an individual contributor or in a leadership position.
Join a range of international faculty, practitioners, survivors, and a global community of learners to master an active bystander approach to preventing and responding to sexual harassment and violence.
This course, delivered by Jesus College in the University of Cambridge, draws from multiple disciplines including social psychology, sociology, law, business studies, and public policy to explore the evidence about what what you can do, and what actually works.
Learners will acquire the tools to act, including a practical how-to guide, and will gain applied insights through a wide range of real-world examples to help them think and respond in the workplace and other settings.
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- Why the #metoo movement and associated movements rose to prominence
- About gender-based violence, discrimination, and sexual harassment around the world
- The role of culture, alongside institutions, in driving poor behaviour and violence
- The role of individuals and groups in addressing sexual harassment and violence
- What options there are to be active bystanders in preventing sexual harassment and violence
- What to do when you see poor behaviour in the workplace, at home or elsewhere
- How to stay safe as an active bystander
- What you will learn:
- Why the #metoo movement and associated movements rose to prominence
- About gender-based violence, discrimination, and sexual harassment around the world
- The role of culture, alongside institutions, in driving poor behaviour and violence
- The role of individuals and groups in addressing sexual harassment and violence
- What options there are to be active bystanders in preventing sexual harassment and violence
- What to do when you see poor behaviour in the workplace, at home or elsewhere
- How to stay safe as an active bystander
- What you will learn:
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Practical bystander training on harassment
Handled a difficult topic with care and professional insight.
Provides broad, well-researched content across disciplines.
Equips learners with practical tools for intervention.
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Review key concepts of gender studies
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Build a stronger foundation in gender studies by reviewing key concepts, theories, and literature.
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Identify key texts and articles related to gender studies.
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Summarize and analyze the main arguments and perspectives presented in these materials.
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Consider the historical and cultural contexts that have shaped gender roles and identities.
Explore online resources on active bystander intervention
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Develop a deeper understanding of active bystander strategies and techniques by exploring online tutorials and resources.
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Identify credible websites and organizations providing information on active bystander intervention.
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Review and engage with online tutorials and training modules on active bystander strategies.
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Practice applying the learned strategies in hypothetical scenarios.
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Deepen your understanding of active bystander intervention by engaging in discussions and sharing experiences with peers.
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Join online or in-person discussion groups focused on active bystander intervention.
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Actively participate in discussions, sharing your perspectives and experiences.
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Listen attentively to the experiences and insights of others.
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Create a personal action plan for active bystandership
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Solidify your commitment to active bystandership by creating a personalized plan outlining how you will intervene and respond to incidents of sexual harassment and violence.
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Identify your personal values and motivations for being an active bystander.
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Set specific and achievable goals for your active bystander behavior.
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Develop strategies for intervening in different types of situations.
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Identify resources and support systems available to you as an active bystander.
Review key concepts of gender studies
Show steps
Build a stronger foundation in gender studies by reviewing key concepts, theories, and literature.
Browse courses on
Gender Studies
Show steps
- Identify key texts and articles related to gender studies.
- Summarize and analyze the main arguments and perspectives presented in these materials.
- Consider the historical and cultural contexts that have shaped gender roles and identities.
Explore online resources on active bystander intervention
Show steps
Develop a deeper understanding of active bystander strategies and techniques by exploring online tutorials and resources.
Show steps
- Identify credible websites and organizations providing information on active bystander intervention.
- Review and engage with online tutorials and training modules on active bystander strategies.
- Practice applying the learned strategies in hypothetical scenarios.
Participate in discussion groups on active bystander intervention
Show steps
Deepen your understanding of active bystander intervention by engaging in discussions and sharing experiences with peers.
Show steps
- Join online or in-person discussion groups focused on active bystander intervention.
- Actively participate in discussions, sharing your perspectives and experiences.
- Listen attentively to the experiences and insights of others.
Create a personal action plan for active bystandership
Show steps
Solidify your commitment to active bystandership by creating a personalized plan outlining how you will intervene and respond to incidents of sexual harassment and violence.
Show steps
- Identify your personal values and motivations for being an active bystander.
- Set specific and achievable goals for your active bystander behavior.
- Develop strategies for intervening in different types of situations.
- Identify resources and support systems available to you as an active bystander.
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