The phrase, “Empowered women, empower women,” keeps running through my mind. It says so much in four little words; succinct and impactful.
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Recently, the Iowa State Appeal Board approved another sexual harassment settlement for an employee who endured disgusting and retaliatory behavior at the hands of her supervisor while working for the Department of Human Services.
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Now is the right time to start a conversation about eliminating sexual harassment, bullying and retaliation from your workplace. Does your “Return to Work Plan” cover respectful behavior and how inappropriate behavior is handled?
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This time of year is ideal for reflection as things wind down and we look to the new year. I am a goal-setter and box-checker. Each year I set goals for myself, personal and professional, and try my darndest to keep them tucked in the back of my mind as I live life.
Read MoreTen years ago, I worked at the Iowa Statehouse when legislation passed mandating gender parity on Iowa county, city and municipal boards and commissions. Required since 1987, codified in 2009, the Gender Balance Project went into effect January 2012.
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The fourth edition of the anti-harassment newsletter is out now.
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I want every woman to try on the title “Advocate” for a little while to see how they feel. I predict it will be a positive, empowering experience.
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Read the latest edition of Step Up, a quarterly newsletter focused on educating people on the complexities of workplace harassment, bullying and retaliation.
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I don’t care if you are Joe Biden or the average girl next door. Personal space is a sacred thing and should be respected.
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I believe failure is underrated. I want to give it a positive shout-out and remind everyone that it is something we all have in common and have experienced.
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This year is all about authenticity for me and how I can incorporate it into all my interactions, relationships and work. It got me thinking about the trip I recently took that initially seemed risky.
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Our Januaries are filled with marketing ploys that tell us that we need to be better, to seek renewal, to lose weight, to incorporate better habits, and on and on. What is so wrong with us that we need all this personal improvement? Nothing!
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Inappropriate conduct is not reserved for companies with HR departments. Foul language, bullying, and yes, sexual harassment occur in companies of all sizes and cultures. If you can’t turn to HR for help, what can you do if you experience or witness inappropriate behavior? Keep reading to find out.
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The start of a new year creates an opportunity for new beginnings, hopefulness, and for some people, New Year’s resolutions. While resolutions can be energizing for some, they can feel daunting for others.
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I like to tackle the new year with optimism, vigor and boldness. That’s why I’ve chosen “authenticity” as my theme for 2019.
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By Barb Petersen-Fox
One of the first things I hear from clients who have experienced harassment at work is that they have begun to question their own behavior.