Recognising and Responding to Sexual Harassment

Recognise, prevent and respond to sexual harassment with confidence. This course helps you understand your rights and responsibilities, spot inappropriate behaviour early, and take practical steps to support yourself and others - all within the unique contexts of creative, cultural and heritage work.

Course information

This course explores how to recognise sexual harassment, understand its impact, and respond appropriately using clear, legally informed guidance. Through sector-specific examples, interactive activities and reflection points, you’ll develop the awareness and confidence to create safer working environments for everyone.

You’ll explore how to:

• Define sexual harassment and understand the UK legal framework, including the Equality Act 2010 and Worker Protection Act 2023.
• Recognise verbal, non-verbal, physical and third-party harassment, using realistic examples from creative and heritage settings.
• Understand how intent and impact differ, and why impact matters most in legal and workplace contexts.
• Identify unconscious biases that can shape how we interpret behaviour, credibility and boundaries.
• Recognise the emotional, psychological and professional impacts of harassment on individuals and teams.
• Respond appropriately as a victim, witness, or manager, with clear steps for documenting and reporting.
• Support colleagues with empathy and confidentiality, and know where to find external help and advice.
• Strengthen prevention and culture through policies, leadership, and positive workplace practice.

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to:

• Recognise and respond to sexual harassment in a range of workplace contexts
• Understand the emotional and professional impacts on individuals and teams
• Follow reporting routes confidently and sensitively
• Apply UK legislation and organisational policies in practice
• Contribute to a safe, respectful and inclusive culture within your workplace

Who this course is for:

• Freelancers, facilitators, and practitioners working in creative, cultural or heritage settings
• Managers, HR leads or programme staff seeking clarity on responsibilities and processes
• Anyone wishing to strengthen their understanding of respectful workplace practice

This course is designed for everyone, no matter their role. It provides practical tools for reflection and response, without blame or judgement.

Pricing options:

1 years access for £25

18 months access for £36

This course is brought to you by the expert trainers at Artswork Professional Development, who are proud to share their decades of experience of personal and professional development within the creative, cultural and heritage sectors.