Being approachable and coachable are essential ingredients of a culture of active bystandership. In my work on active bystandership, I spend a considerable amount of time exploring why people fail to intervene when they witness something concerning. We examine the psychology of inaction, the influence of hierarchy, the fear of consequences and the social pressures … Continue reading The Courage to Speak Up. The Humility to Listen.
The Power of the Situation: What Married at First Sight, and Abu Ghraib Teach Us About Preventing Harm
That’s a big leap don’t you think? For me mainstream media continues to be full of stories which are connected. Far too often we simply look at what’s happened and move on. We may display anger or frustration however we rarely take a step back and ask what’s happening and why has this happened. When … Continue reading The Power of the Situation: What Married at First Sight, and Abu Ghraib Teach Us About Preventing Harm
