It’s time – What companies must do now

It’s time – What companies must do now

With the resignation of Marc Overmars, coming hot on the heels of the allegations against the Voice, the reality of the extent and severity of workplace sexual assault & harassment is starting to become clear. What’s also becoming clear is that no sector is...
What is trauma bonding after abuse, and how to recognise it?

What is trauma bonding after abuse, and how to recognise it?

When abuse happens – whether emotional, physical or sexual – the person at the receiving end of it changes. A loss has occurred, and so has a shift in self-image. The abuser may have disappeared, but they may continue to stand closeby – a figure who has both caused...
How to be an ally to someone who is being harrassed

How to be an ally to someone who is being harrassed

Workplace harassment and abuse are difficult and challenging issues to contend with, even if you are witnessing it rather than being the one to go through it. However, as a witness, you can play a crucial role in providing support to survivors and help them have their...
Boundary setting – Dating a colleague

Boundary setting – Dating a colleague

As part of our series on boundary-setting in the workplace, we wanted to cover every aspect of the workplace – including the parts that many don’t talk about. For example, romantic relationships in the workplace aren’t often discussed, mostly because, well,...