Creating safe and respectful workplaces
This important personal development session will explore sexual abuse and sexual harassment through a workplace lens, helping young professionals better understand boundaries, power dynamics, and their rights at work. Delivered by Chamber member SARAC a specialist sexual abuse and rape advice charity, the session will be informed, compassionate, and grounded in real-world experience.
This event is designed to educate, empower, and encourage awareness, while providing a supportive and respectful space for learning. Please note sensitive topcis will be touched upon and attendees are welcome to step out at any time if the content feels overwhelming, and support resources will be shared during the session.
Who is SARAC?
SARAC is a specialist support charity based in Burton on Trent who offers free support for victims or survivors of sexual abuse for everyone over 11 years of age who have been affected at any time in their lives. They work in partnership with clients to expand their choices, facilitate recovery and encourage personal growth through emotional and counselling support.
Their vision is to live in a world free from sexual violence and provide trauma informed education in the hope that in time we will see a reduction in the requirement of their 1:1 support services.
To ensure the success of businesses, SARAC also offer training around abuse, as it is essential that employees feel respected, safe, and valued. The training sessions are designed to help cultivate a positive workplace environment where staff feel empowered to share their concerns, confident that they will be heard.
Speaker
Caroline Fotheringham
Venue
Online, Zoom
