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New California Law Requires Sexual Harassment Training

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Sexual harassment and assault headline in the news every day. The Me Too movement fueled organizations to address and train employees to understand what sexual harassment is, appropriate work behavior and how to prevent it from happening in the workplace. What is sexual harassment training?

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New sexual harassment prevention training requirements for New York and New York City

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Following California, Maine, and several other states, New York signed new legislature in April 2018 that will enforce more stringent sexual harassment prevention measures, many of which center around effective prevention training. Specific training for employees and supervisors comprises a large portion of the new laws.

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Sexual Harassment in New York State — How Training Promotes Change

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The issue of sexual harassment is not a new one, but now more than ever, public consciousness has turned toward finding a solution. Today, we have a unique opportunity to spark real growth through effective learning tactics. Is your sexual harassment training designed to drive a culture of change?

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Unpacking New York Anti-Sexual Harassment Training Needs

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“While the federal government repeatedly ignores the voices of women speaking out against the scourge of sexual violence, in New York, we are taking action,” Andrew Cuomo, governor of New York, said. Provide examples of prohibited conduct that would constitute unlawful sexual harassment. Why Are These Laws Necessary?

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Action and Prevention-Sexual Harassment Training in California

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million settlement from the State of California after an inmate at California State Prison in Folsom attacked her, despite Curry having previously reported the inmate for sexual harassment. Why sexual harassment training is essential for your organization. In 2015, correctional officer Sophia Curry received a $1.6

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How To Meet New York Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Requirements

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The Me Too movement has spawned a rush of companies and legislatures to review their current sexual harassment laws and policies. Although Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prevents discrimination based on gender, it does not specifically address the problems of sexual harassment in the workplace.

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New sexual harassment prevention training requirements for New York and New York City

OpenSesame

Following California, Maine, and several other states, New York signed new legislature in April 2018 that will enforce more stringent sexual harassment prevention measures, many of which center around effective prevention training. Specific training for employees and supervisors comprises a large portion of the new laws.