Rigid categories fail human diversity; embracing fluidity fosters true inclusion, the start of the tale?
Sweetie/"beta" etc. become harassment when unwelcome, infantilising or undermining professionalism. Context & recipient reaction define appropriateness.
Positive representation educates audiences and models supportive behaviours. Here are some positive examples:
Colleagues should offer support without prying, respect confidentiality, and share factual testimony if they witnessed events. They must never victim-blame.
The IC Presiding Officer must actively steer inquiries, ensure procedural fairness, manage dynamics & uphold PoSH's spirit - not merely rubber-stamp decisions.
Data challenges prejudices but must be paired with empathy to drive meaningful change.
Rigid categories fail human diversity; embracing fluidity fosters true inclusion, the end of the road?
Cultural nuance can cloud harassment issues. Aligned global policies, local guidance and multilingual training ensure understanding and protection.
Zero PoSH complaints often signal fear, mistrust or poor awareness - not model compliance. Proactive culture audits are essential.
