Discrimination and harassment adviser training

Discrimination and Harassment Grievance Advisers are students and staff appointed under the Discrimination and Harassment Grievance Procedures by the relevant Deputy Vice-Chancellor. Their role is to provide information and support to staff or students who perceive that they may have experienced sexual harassment or discrimination or who believe such an allegation may be made against them.

Advisers must be able to:

• Listen seriously and impartially to the concerns and perceptions of a staff member or student seeking their advice;
• Explain the University's policy and procedures;
• Explore possible options for resolving the problem;
• Make referrals to other sources of help;
• Provide support until the matter is resolved.

This two day training is designed for intending advisers and others wanting to increase their skills in handling sensitive and challenging interpersonal situations. Workshops are highly interactive.

If you are interested in this training:

Enrol in the Adviser Training Workshop by

1. Completing the Enrolment Form (Clayton 2013) (250KB) and returning it to Leah Zaks at the Equity and Diversity Centre, Building 55 Clayton campus. Forms addressed to Leah Zaks can be faxed to (03) 9902-0254 or emailed;
2. Complete the EO Online training, and 
3. Enrol in one of the prerequisite "Equal Opportunity for staff" or "Equal Opportunity for managers".
   

This workshop is open to staff and students who are interested in appointment as an adviser and to those who would find the skills and knowledge helpful in their present roles.

2013 training dates

Ongoing support and training for advisers is provided by Leah Zaks (9902 0248) who can be contacted for further information about this role.