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Victim blaming plays a significant role in the under-reporting of much unacceptable behaviour, from sexual assaults, to bullying.  With Pink Shirt day focusing on taking a stand against bullying, there is a risk that a focus on the victim means we don’t look at the bully, their behaviour, and how we can identify and change it.

There are some simple questions that can help shape an individual’s thoughts around bullying, so that they become more aware and reflect on their behaviour, ...

This Pink Shirt Day, we champion a stand against bullying, and the horrific harm that people can suffer at the hands of a bully.

New Zealand workplaces need to be better at guiding organisational culture.  Acceptable and unacceptable behaviour, should be part of induction, training, ongoing discussion and an anti-bullying strategy.  There should be no question that bullying is not tolerated in the workplace.

Unfortunately, from government departments, to trades, professional services, and even in highly unionised workplace environments, many workplaces have ...