Respect at universities I. is a practically oriented, interactive workshop aimed at providing employees with information and tools that comprise a preventive component in addressing sexual harassment, bullying, and violence in academic environments. The workshop serves as an introduction to the topic of sexual harassment. Together, we will discuss what can be considered as sexual harassment and violence, on both the part of university employees and university students. We will explore what to do if you witness problematic behavior, how to interact with victims and perpetrators of these pathological behaviors, and whom to turn to for help. You will engage in role-playing scenarios, be presented with practical information from both the Czech Republic and abroad, share attitudes and opinions, and all leave better equipped to not be part of the problem.
Contents
presentation of Konsent and introduction of the participants
discussion on the topic of sexual harassment and its forms
group work with real-life situations from university settings – debunking myths and disinformation regarding sexual harassment and violence
the bystander effect and how to become an active bystander
how to interact with someone who confides in you about experiencing some form of sexual harassment
feedback
Goals
you will gain a basic insight into the topic of sexual harassment, its forms, and related pathological behaviors in institutions of higher education
you will familiarize yourself with preventive mechanisms and tools for addressing these issues
you will have the opportunity to discuss a consensus in approaching issues related to prevention and addressing pathological phenomena
Lecturers
Veronika Haumerová
Ms. Haumerová studied psychology with a focus on psychotherapy and clinical psychology at Masaryk University. She has been working for Konsent for three and a half years. She presents workshops for adults and adolescents, especially in schools – universities, secondary and primary schools, but also workshops for parents, teachers and other groups. She coordinates workshops in schools and on occasion does methodological work.
Marcela Poláčková
Ms. Poláčková studied psychology and has conducted research on the topic of the secondary victimization of women who report rape to the Police of the Czech Republic. At the Office of Gender Equality of the Czech Republic, she has worked on police training aimed at promoting sensitivity towards people who have experienced of sexual and gender-based violence. At Konsent, she develops methodological approaches, coordinates a team of lecturers, is in charge of workshops for adolescents and is herself a lecturer in various projects.