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In the past, we’ve been proud to show you what we’ve been watching and reading. Today, we thought we’d share with you what we’ve been listening to. This week, RALIANCE is launching its first in a series of blogs, “RALIANCE: Listening” and uplifting some of our favorite podcasts about workplace sexual harassment.
“Be Fierce: A conversation with Gretchen Carlson” by the Washington Post
Official Podcast Description: Washington Post columnist Kathleen Parker talks with former Fox News anchor Gretchen Carlson about her experience as a leading news anchor who decided to speak out about sexual harassment in the workplace, and discuss how that decision – and the response she received – inspired her to advocate for women on issues of discrimination, harassment and equality.
“Make #Boldmoves To (Help) Prevent & End Sexual Violence In The Workplace” by ValorUS and RALIANCE
Official Podcast Description: The #metoo movement has highlighted the great prevalence of sexual harassment and gaps in sexual violence prevention in workplaces. This presents new and unique opportunities for organizations working in the anti-sexual violence movement. If you want to make #BoldMoves and use industry achievements to help prevent sexual harassment and inequality in the workplace, learn why corporations are concerned about sexual misconduct, what business leaders are looking for, and what you can do to accelerate the opportunity of building relationships with business leaders to address sexual abuse.
“The Purple Campaign and Vault: Taking on workplace sexual harassment post-#MeToo” by Harvard Business School
Official Podcast Description: Workplace sexual harassment can derail careers, depress morale, and decrease productivity. The #MeToo movement focused attention on the issue, but left companies to figure out how to address this common and underreported problem. Harvard Law grad Ally Coll and tech entrepreneur Neta Meidav are working to change the culture around harassment. Coll is cofounder and President of the Purple Campaign, a nonprofit focused on business practice and public policy that is piloting a corporate certification program with the likes of Uber, Airbnb, Expedia, and Amazon. Meidav is cofounder of startup Vault Platform, whose application makes it easier to report and track harassment. They discuss the broader cultural and legal context and what leadership can do to promote safety and fairness in traditional and nontraditional workplaces.
“Practical steps for workplaces | Sharmili Majmudar” from the Solving #MeToo Podcast
Official Podcast Description: This episode of Solving #MeToo features Sharmili Majmudar, the EVP of policy and organizational impact at Women Employed, an almost 50 year old organization widely recognized for its innovative work to improve women’s economic status and remove barriers to economic equity. As in most episodes, [they] tackled the big philosophical questions this podcast seeks to address; and the back and forth that we had about restorative justice was really illuminating and thought provoking. [They] went to discuss what companies can and should be doing to provide safer and more inclusive workplaces for all their employees.
“When Sexual Harassment Training Backfires” by the World Health Organization
Official Podcast Description: In this episode of the #NoExcuse podcast, host Guni Dias speaks with Harvard sociologist Frank Dobbin about the complexities of sexual harassment in the workplace, especially within international aid organizations. Dobbin examines contributing factors like power differentials and social isolation and critiques conventional harassment training for its sometimes counterproductive effects. Dobbin highlights effective alternatives such as allyship, bystander intervention training, and enhanced grievance mechanisms, including ombuds offices and dispute resolution processes. The discussion underscores the need for cultural change and proactive leadership to foster harassment-free environments.
We’re so grateful that these episodes are available to everyone who wants to listen. Whether it’s on your commute, at the gym, or relaxing at home, we hope our audience continues to tune in to podcasts that keep the conversation about workplace sexual harassment going.
What are some of your favorite podcast episodes? Let us know, and they might just be highlighted in our next “RALIANCE: Listening” article!
RALIANCE is a trusted adviser for organizations committed to building cultures that are safe, equitable, and respectful. RALIANCE offers unparalleled expertise in serving survivors of sexual harassment, misconduct, and abuse which drives our mission to help organizations across sectors create inclusive environments for all. For more information, please visit www.RALIANCE.org.
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