Sexual harassment is a continuing problem in the workplace that continues to gain greater visibility in our society. In this webinar an overview of what sexual harassment will be given followed by statistics on the prevalence of the problem. In dealing with sexual harassment, employers must have a plan to investigate allegations of sexual harassment. Decisions must be made on who can serve as a neutral investigator and the techniques they must utilize to gather evidence in order to reach an informed decision on the allegations made by a complainant. In making a decision on the truthfulness of the sexual harassment claims, the investigator must be able to write a report that describes the techniques used to investigate the allegations and the evidence used to justify the recommendations and actions taken while measuring the credibility of those interviewed.

 The webinar will also look at when it is appropriate to use private methods like mediation to resolve sexual harassment claims outside of court. During the webinar, the Four Phase Process Model and Settlement Process Models of mediation will be examined to determine how and when these models of mediation can be used to resolve these claims. A look will also be taken when mediation is not the answer and litigation in the courts is needed to resolve these issues.

Course Objectives:

• Participants will learn the definition of sexual harassment

• Attendees will understand what Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment is

• Those attending will be able to define a hostile work environment

• Webinar attendees will learn how to develop a plan to investigate   sexual harassment claims

• How to choose a neutral investigator

• How to gather evidence on sexual harassment claims

• Important guidelines for making decisions on sexual harassment claims

• Participants will learn how to write the investigative report

• How to measure the credibility of witnesses

• Using mediation to resolve sexual harassment claims

• Knowing when mediation is appropriate

• Different models of mediation to use for allegations of sexual harassment

•  Comparing litigation vs. mediation

Why Should You Attend:

Sexual harassment is a serious issue that requires a fair but firm response. Webinar participants will learn how to conduct an impartial investigation of allegations of sexual harassment. This will include interviewing witnesses, reviewing documents and measuring the credibility of witnesses that complies with the standards of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). It will also include determining when it is appropriate to attempt to mediate sexual harassment charges. Webinar attendees will learn two possible methods of mediation that may be helpful in resolving these claims. Those attending the webinar will learn when sexual harassment cases may be proper subjects of mediation and when courts are a better vehicle for the resolution of these claims.

Course Outline:

• Defining Sexual Harassment

• Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment

• Hostile Work Environment

• Developing a Plan to Investigate Sexual Harassment Claims

• Choosing a Neutral Investigator

• Gathering Evidence on Sexual Harassment Claims

• Guidelines on Making Decisions on Sexual Harassment Claims

• Writing the Investigative Report

• Measuring Credibility of Witnesses

• Using Mediation to Resolve Sexual Harassment Claims

• Deciding When Mediation is Appropriate

• Models of Mediation to Use for Allegations of Sexual Harassment

• Litigation vs. Mediation

What You Get:

• Training Materials

• Live Q&A Session with our Expert

• Participation Certificate

• Access to Signup Community (Optional)

• Reward Points

Who Will Benefit:

Human Resource Managers, Ombudspersons, Mediators, Arbitrators, Human Resource Generalists, Managers, Team Leaders, General Counsel, Attorneys