In this podette hosted by Rosie Wheen we will answer the question what is sexual harassment. We will hear from Professor Skye Charry .
These podettes are intended as conversation starters. Here’s a suggested framework to facilitate a safe, open and meaningful discussion after listening:
1. Set the Scene (5 minutes)
Remind the group of the ground rules: respect, confidentiality, listening without judgment.
Ground the discussion in your business or organisation’s purpose or vision, values and culture.
Acknowledge that the conversation may touch on sensitive topics. Share support contacts internal and external (1800Respect) up front.
Name your intention: eg “We are here to learn together and explore how we can make our workplace safer, more inclusive and more respectful.”
2. Listen Together (5 minutes)
Play the podette as a group.
Encourage people to jot down one idea, question or reflection while listening.
3. Open Reflection (10–15 minutes)
Suggested facilitator prompts (choose 2–3):
What stood out most to you from this podette?
How does this connect with your own experiences at work?
Where are we doing well? And Where could we be doing better?
How can we make our team more inclusive and respectful in everyday actions?
4. Action Steps (10 minutes)
Ask: “What’s one small action we can take as a team, starting today, to build psychological safety and respect?”
Capture ideas, agree on one action, and decide how you’ll check in on progress.
5. Close (5 minutes)
Acknowledge contributions.
Thank people for their openness and courage.
Share resources external or internal
Remind again where support is available internally or externally
Resource list for you and your team
Respect at Work https://humanrights.gov.au/our-work/sex-discrimination/respectatwork
Professor Skye Charry https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-skye-charry-saunders-097a8a311/overlay/contact-info/
Our Watch Institute https://www.ourwatchinstitute.org.au/
Why it mattersThese facilitated discussions help turn listening into action. They can build safety by making space for every voice, respecting lived experience, and fostering collective responsibility for change.
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