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 Swimming Pool Lesson: What My Granddaughter Taught Me About Active Bystandership
At the weekend I was in the swimming pool with my three-year-old granddaughter Arra, when I noticed something that made me smile. She wasn’t just splashing in the water or clinging to the side. She was watching. Her eyes moved from child to child, taking in what they were doing, how they were behaving, and … Continue reading The Swimming Pool Lesson: What My Granddaughter Taught Me About Active Bystandership
