Workshop "From Bystander to Upstander"

Scope

Fostering a culture of respect and inclusion in the workplace
Bystanders—those who witness situations where harm, discrimination, or injustice occur—have a unique opportunity to make a difference. By choosing to intervene, they can disrupt harmful behaviour, support those affected, and ultimately contribute to the creation of safer and more inclusive spaces.

In this workshop, we will take a look at a range of possible actions you can take, from speaking up against disrespectful language to offering support to someone experiencing harassment. We also explore what keeps us from acting - such as the number of bystanders, ambiguity, group cohesiveness, and diffusion of responsibility that reinforces mutual denial.

The workshop wants to empower you to become an ally instead of a bystander so that you can act more in alignment with yours values and be an agent of positive change in the workplace.

Content
• What is the bystander-effect and what are its consequences?
• 5 possible interventions: Distract, Delegate, Document, Delay, Direct
• How to tackle possible obstacles that come in the way of helping
• The concept of Nonviolent Communication (Marshall Rosenberg) - a powerful tool for courageous, respectful communication

Methods
• Inputs
• Group discussions
• Exercises and roleplays

Trainer

Sabine Mariss

Date

10th December 2024, 10:00 – 16:00 h

Location

Ulm University, Lise-Meitner-Straße 16, 89081 Ulm

Registration

The workshop is open for GS-EES members and all POLiS affiliates including post-docs.

Participants of this workshop can gain 0,5 CP for “Equal Opportunities / Diversity / Mentorship” in the GS-EES qualification program.

Registration deadline: 17th November 2024