Active bystandership is like the immune system of a workplace, team or partnership: when people step in early and constructively, they prevent small problems from becoming a major crisis. The benefits ripple outward in ways that touch everyone, not just the direct “targets” of intervention. Many child/adult safeguarding failures are due to poor communication or … Continue reading How active bystandership can support a multi-agency partnership.
When we act, everyone benefits
The use of bystander type trainings in organisations will have little or no effect when the message centres solely on protecting certain individuals or groups. In likes of policing, the focus on VAWG has been to build trust in the profession as well as supporting victims. Whilst important, when bystander approaches communicate that action benefits … Continue reading When we act, everyone benefits
Active bystandership – What is it?
Defining a term is important. When you are unclear in what you are talking about those people you are trying to influence will create their own definition. When you provide clarity you provide opportunity. To help people see differently you first need to help them think differently. Active bystandership – What is it? This is … Continue reading Active bystandership – What is it?
Time for A Wellbeing Rethink?
Police officers and staff sacrifice so much to keep their communities safe. Police culture is at the centre of many past and current issues in policing. The focus in recent years has been on officer and staff behaviour however it has been at the expense of officer and staff wellbeing. Whilst senior leaders have a … Continue reading Time for A Wellbeing Rethink?
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