Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

Posted on 15 Jul 2025

Delivered by Galway Rape Crisis Centre

Purpose of the Training

To help organisations meet their legal obligations, strengthen staff awareness, and foster a respectful, informed, and safe work environment by providing clear, expert-led guidance on identifying and responding to sexual harassment in the workplace.

What the Training Covers

  • Understanding sexual harassment: Clear explanation of behaviours that fall under sexual harassment in a workplace context
  • Impact on individuals and teams: Emotional, psychological, and organisational consequences
  • Responding appropriately: How to support a colleague who discloses an experience
  • Support pathways: Information on internal and external support options available to staff.

Training Features

  • Expert-led: Delivered by experienced, trauma-informed facilitators from Galway Rape Crisis Centre
  • Tailored: Adapted to your organisation’s size, sector, and policies
  • Interactive: Includes real-life case examples, discussion, and Q&A
  • Flexible delivery: Available in-person, online, or hybrid
  • Suitable for: All staff levels – from entry-level employees to senior leadership.

Benefits for Your Organisation

  • Supports compliance with the Employment Equality Acts 1998–2015
  • Reduces risk by clarifying roles and responsibilities
  • Builds staff confidence and workplace trust
  • Contributes to a healthier, more respectful workplace culture.

Client Feedback

“..eye-opening and deeply impactful. It helped our people understand what constitutes harassment, the serious effects it can have on individuals, and where to seek support.” – Rachael Larney, Sustainability Executive, Aviva Ireland.

Learn More

Interested in finding our more or if you have any questions on costs, delivery etc. email: development@grcc.ie.