Summary of "[EACE] Treinamento de Compliance: Assédio Moral, Sexual e Canal de Denúncia"
Summary of the Video
[EACE] Treinamento de Compliance: Assédio Moral, Sexual e Canal de Denúncia
Main Topics Covered
1. Introduction and Context
- Facilitator: Hugo Crema.
- Training focus: moral harassment (assédio moral), sexual harassment (assédio sexual), and the agency’s whistleblowing/reporting channel.
- Emphasis on EAS’s mission and values: integrity, communication, partnership, learning, and responsibility.
- Zero tolerance policy for harassment in any form.
2. Understanding Harassment at EAS
- Harassment contradicts EAS’s mission to revolutionize education through connectivity.
- Harassment damages dignity, mental health, psychological safety, and organizational productivity.
- Examples of harassment include:
- Public humiliation (e.g., yelling at technicians publicly).
- Ridiculing colleagues in group chats.
- Assigning impossible tasks to force resignation.
- Sexual advances, inappropriate comments, and coercion in the workplace.
3. Impacts of Harassment
- On victims: physical symptoms (headaches, fatigue), mental health issues (anxiety, depression), isolation, performance decline, and in severe cases, burnout or suicide.
- On organization: productivity loss, toxic work environment, legal risks, reputational damage, employee turnover, and difficulty retaining talent.
4. Workplace Harassment (Assédio Moral)
- Defined as abusive behaviors that humiliate, isolate, or belittle workers.
- Types of harassment:
- Vertical/downward (boss to subordinate).
- Vertical/upward (subordinates undermining supervisors).
- Horizontal (between colleagues).
- Organizational (unrealistic goals causing humiliation).
- Distinction between harassment and legitimate management actions:
- Harassment includes offensive criticism, humiliation, and undue pressure.
- Legitimate actions include setting deadlines, performance feedback, and justified workload increases.
5. Case Study: Moral Harassment
- Larissa, a rural technician, faces public pressure, exclusion, and threats by her coordinator Rafael.
- Effects: anxiety, insomnia, fear, isolation.
- Recommended handling:
- Private, respectful communication.
- Respect for working hours and right to disconnect.
- Objective deadlines and technical support.
- Constructive feedback without public humiliation.
6. Case Study: Workplace Isolation
- Carla, a new employee, is excluded by colleagues and ignored by her manager.
- Effects: isolation, performance decline, anxiety leave.
- Recommended handling:
- Immediate managerial intervention.
- Internal mediation and integration efforts.
- Activation of compliance governance.
- Leadership accountability.
7. Sexual Harassment (Assédio Sexual)
- Defined as any non-consensual sexual behavior causing embarrassment, intimidation, or used for advantage.
- Forms include:
- Blackmail (conditioning benefits on sexual favors).
- Environmental harassment (hostile sexualized environment).
- Verbal/digital harassment (messages, emojis, invitations).
- Physical harassment (unwanted touching or contact).
- Characteristics: jokes, nicknames, gestures, persistent invitations after refusal, inappropriate messages or materials.
- What is not sexual harassment:
- Professional compliments without sexual intent.
- Respectful social interactions or consensual conversations.
8. Case Study: Sexual Harassment
- Ana receives ambiguous, persistent messages from her manager Renato, who uses his position to pressure her.
- After refusal, Ana faces exclusion, cold treatment, and increased pressure.
- Effects: fear, avoidance, consideration of resignation.
- Handling:
- Manager must maintain professional boundaries.
- No retaliation allowed.
- Victim should report via whistleblowing channel.
- Confidentiality and protection guaranteed.
9. Case Study: Sexual Harassment at a Corporate Event
- Luía is harassed by director Roberto during an end-of-year party.
- Includes unwanted physical contact and persistent invitations.
- Colleagues trivialize the behavior.
- Effects: embarrassment, avoidance, consideration of transfer.
- Handling:
- Respect and professionalism apply even at social events.
- Such conduct is illegal and must be reported.
- Organizational accountability is required.
10. Consequences for Harassers
- Warnings, suspension, dismissal for cause.
- Contract termination for third parties.
- Legal liability including criminal charges and compensation for damages.
- Harassment undermines trust and innovation.
11. Whistleblowing/Reporting Channel
- Available to all stakeholders: employees, suppliers, students, ex-employees, etc.
- Types of reports accepted: abuse of power, discrimination, threats, violence, corruption, sexual assault, fraud, and more.
- Reporting options:
- Identified (reporter’s identity known).
- Confidential (identity known only to independent auditor).
- Anonymous (identity unknown to auditor and EAS).
- Reporting process:
- Complaint received by independent audit.
- Forwarded to EAS compliance department.
- Investigation conducted by independent investigator.
- Compliance officer decides corrective actions.
- Final response sent to complainant.
- Retaliation is strictly prohibited; anonymity and protection guaranteed.
- Contact information provided (website, toll-free phone, email).
Methodology and Instructions
Recognizing Harassment
- Identify behaviors that humiliate, isolate, or coerce.
- Distinguish harassment from legitimate managerial actions.
- Understand physical, emotional, and organizational impacts.
Responding to Harassment
- Address issues privately and respectfully.
- Respect employees’ right to disconnect outside working hours.
- Provide objective deadlines and technical support.
- Use constructive feedback without public humiliation.
- Promote team integration and inclusion.
- Managers must intervene promptly in cases of exclusion or harassment.
Handling Sexual Harassment
- Maintain professional boundaries at all times.
- Avoid any personal or ambiguous communications.
- Do not retaliate against those who refuse advances.
- Report incidents through official channels immediately.
Using the Whistleblowing Channel
- Access via website, phone, or email.
- Choose reporting mode: identified, confidential, or anonymous.
- Provide as much detail as possible (dates, descriptions, evidence).
- If unsure about conduct, consult supervisor or compliance manager.
- Reports are confidential and protected from retaliation.
- Follow-up is conducted by independent auditors and compliance officers.
Speakers and Sources Featured
- Hugo Crema – Facilitator and main speaker throughout the training.
- Individuals Mentioned in Case Studies:
- Larissa (technician)
- Rafael (coordinator)
- Carla (planning management employee)
- Renato (manager)
- Ana (employee)
- Roberto (director)
- Luía (employee)
This summary encapsulates the key lessons, examples, and procedures presented in the compliance training video on harassment and reporting at EAS.
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Educational