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EVERYONE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Every person deserves to feel safe, valued, and respected at work.
Sexual harassment and unlawful behaviours have no place in any workplace - ever.
The Respect Belongs in This Workplace campaign delivered in partnership with the Tasmanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (TCCI), supports Tasmanian employers, employees, and industry leaders to take meaningful action to prevent and respond to workplace sexual harassment. This campaign raises awareness of what constitutes sexual harassment in the workplace and promotes clear, accessible pathways for reporting concerns and seeking support.
When everyone understands what sexual harassment looks like - which can include jokes, messages, gestures, or power dynamics - everyone has the power to make a difference. In many workplaces, there can be confusion or a lack of understanding about what constitutes workplace sexual harassment. Workplace sexual harassment is any unwelcome sexual behaviour that makes a person feel offended, humiliated, or intimidated, where a reasonable person could expect that reaction in the same situation. It can happen to anyone, by anyone, and in any type of workplace - from offices and sites to online meetings or social events. Workplace sexual harassment can be verbal, non-verbal, physical, in person or via technology.
Knowing the behaviours helps to:
Prevent further harm before it happens by identifying harmful behaviours early.
Support safer reporting, because staff can name and describe what’s not okay.
Build accountability, as leaders and teams share a common understanding of respectful conduct.
Sexual harassment doesn’t just happen - it grows in environments where disrespect is dismissed or minimised.
Recognising the behaviours that make others feel uncomfortable and unsafe is a key step in preventing harm.
Examples include:
Unwelcome touching, hugging, or sexually suggestive gestures.
Comments or jokes about someone’s body, appearance, or private life.
Staring, leering, or sending sexualised messages or images.
Repeated unwanted invitations or attention.
Standing too close or invading someone's personal space.
Intrusive questions about a someone’s private life or appearance.
Explore tailored resources for your role and learn how to create safer, more respectful workplaces.
SASS and TCCI are proudly working together to prevent sexual harassment in Tasmanian workplaces
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Disclaimer: The information provided on this website is for general guidance and educational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. While we aim to ensure the content is accurate and up to date, laws and regulations may change and individual circumstances vary. You should seek independent legal or professional advice relevant to your specific situation before taking any action based on the information provided on this site. We accept no responsibility for any loss or damage that may arise from reliance on this information.
Talking to someone early can help stop sexual harassment before it grows and protect you and your coworkers. Making a report can feel daunting, but all workplaces should have clear and safe pathways for speaking up.
Know your options
Your employer should outline the different ways to report unacceptable behaviour and access support. Go to our Emploters
Taking action can help prevention
Speaking up is an important part of creating a safer workplace culture for everyone. For more information about options on actions we can take see the Australian Human Rights Commission 'Bystander Approaches to Sexual Harassment in the Workplace'.
Accountability
Employers should take all reports seriously and do what they can to keep you safe. For guidance on implementing best practice, visit our employers page here.
Respect grows in workplaces where everyone sees the signs and speaks up.
Download our posters to help your workplace recognise what sexual harassment can look like.
Explore tailored resources for your role and learn how to create safer, more respectful workplaces.
SASS and TCCI are proudly working together to prevent sexual harassment in Tasmanian workplaces
Disclaimer: The information provided on this website is for general guidance and educational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. While we aim to ensure the content is accurate and up to date, laws and regulations may change and individual circumstances vary. You should seek independent legal or professional advice relevant to your specific situation before taking any action based on the information provided on this site. We accept no responsibility for any loss or damage that may arise from reliance on this information.
It takes a whole-of-organisation approach to stop sexual harassment.
Find out how you can be part of the solution.
Support coworkers
Be there for coworkers who share their concerns about inappropriate behaviour and let them know what their options are.
Speak up
Have conversations with colleagues about creating a safer workplace for everyone.
Understand policies
Familiarise yourself with your workplace’s policies to know how you can contribute.
Education empowering culture change
SASS provides a range of training packages to support leaders, managers and employees to make positive change in their workplace.
Contact training@sass.org.au or have a look at some upcoming dates here.
Respect grows in workplaces where everyone sees the signs and speaks up.
Download our posters to help your workplace recognise what sexual harassment can look like.
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Explore tailored resources for your role and learn how to create safer, more respectful workplaces.