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Seminars and Training Programs
Education is the best tool for the prevention and elimination of sexual harassment. A vital part of Northwestern’s anti-harassment initiatives is ensuring that members of the University community understand the University’s policies and procedures, are aware of the various types of conduct that may constitute a violation of these policies, and know where to turn should an issue arise.
The Sexual Harassment Prevention Office offers the following training programs and seminars on an ongoing basis to all members of the University community. In addition, training programs, orientation sessions, and departmental briefings can be developed and tailored to specific needs and concerns. For further information or to schedule a program in your school or department, please contact the Sexual Harassment Prevention Office.
- Recognizing and Preventing Discrimination and Harassment: This interactive, hour-long session introduces participants to Northwestern’s discrimination, harassment, and sexual harassment policies and the many resources available should issues arise. Using real-life examples, participants also examine boundaries on appropriate workplace behaviors.
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- Managing to Prevent and Address Harassment: A Guide for Supervisors and Academic Administrators: Individuals in supervisory, managerial, or teaching positions are often the first to learn of harassment concerns and must be prepared to respond effectively. In this ninety-minute, interactive and collaborative session, managers will explore strategies for maintaining a harassment-free environment and discuss appropriate responses to a variety of real-life harassment scenarios.
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- An Anatomy of an Investigation: Using a case study approach, participants investigate a claim of sexual harassment, examining the viewpoints and interests of all parties involved. This program is ideal for supervisors, managers, Human Resources professionals, and others responsible for responding to claims of sexual harassment.
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Faculty Seminar on Sexual Harassment: Issues addressed in this interactive, hour-long program include: (1) sexual harassment and academic freedom; (2) defining and articulating boundaries; and (3) guidelines for responding to student, staff, and colleague harassment-related concerns. Participation is limited to Northwestern faculty.
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What Should I Do? NU Standards for Business Conduct: Offered in conjunction with Human Resources Training & Development, this workshop highlights the major policies guiding the University’s work flow, including University employment, sexual harassment prevention, conflict of interest, confidentiality, and purchasing and vendor relations. Participants review NU’s policies and learn how to recognize potential ethical problems and where to go for answers. Online registration is available here.
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