Workplace Resources – STANDING FIRM
STANDING FIRM is a membership organization of employers who recognize and respond to the human costs of partner violence in the workplace and workforce. We offer a suite of employer services to address policy and practice questions, deliver employee and manager education, and offer tools for taking effective organizational action to address the impact of domestic violence.
Employers play a vital role in safeguarding the workplace against violence stemming from domestic abuse. Nearly 30% of workplace violence incidents originate from a domestic violence situation, and one in three employees report having experienced Domestic Violence or Intimate Partner Violence (DV/IPV). 53% of survivors have reported losing at least one job due to domestic violence. Lost wages due to job loss make a survivor vulnerable and may force them to stay in or return to the harmful relationship.
How can an employer help? By addressing partner violence as a workforce issue, employers can enhance productivity and promote the health, safety, and financial well-being of all their employees. STANDING FIRM, a program of WC&S, helps employers understand the financial, safety, and human costs of partner violence on the workplace and workforce and equips them with tools for taking effective organizational action. Employers working with STANDING FIRM report high satisfaction with the resources and strategies available to support employees and reduce risk in the workplace.
Addressing Domestic Violence in the Workplace
For over fifteen years, STANDING FIRM has served as a leading authority on addressing partner violence as a significant workplace and workforce concern. With a customized approach, STANDING FIRM provides a range of employer services designed to facilitate an effective organizational response.
This includes:
- process and tools for building a supportive and safe organization
- policy and procedure development
- training for employees and management
STANDING FIRM utilizes the Recognize, Respond, and Refer model, equipping managers to act promptly and effectively when engaging with employees affected by domestic violence (DV). Establishing a workplace safety plan for situations involving DV is essential for managing both the risk and safety of impacted employees and their coworkers.
Designed for Employers and Professional Organizations
The program is open to employers of any size, including local, regional, and national corporations, non-profits, and educational institutions large and small. It is also well-suited to professional business associations and networks, and business resource groups.
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Find Out More
To learn more about STANDING FIRM:
- Visit standing-firm.org
- Follow STANDING FIRM on LinkedIn
- Send email to contactsf@standing-firm.org
- Call 412-894-4568
