VIC Government - Workplace Equality and Respect_Practical Guide

VIC Government - Workplace Equality and Respect Practical Guide

Individuals and organisations undertaking prevention work need to feel confident to respond safely and respectfully when someone discloses, and to provide advice to others in the workplace on how they should respond.

What is a disclosures?

Disclosure is when someone reveals they have directly experienced or perpetrated violence.  This may be a woman, man or child that you work with, either directly or indirectly.

This guide aims to assist with providing;

·        Important background information on disclosures

·       Tips for how to respond appropriately and sensitively when someone discloses

·       Suggested comments and phrases you can use

·       Referral information for national support services