Develop an active bystander culture

Empowering your team to speak up

An active bystander culture empowers employees to speak up against inappropriate or harmful behaviour, fostering a safer and more inclusive workplace.
Two women, one in front looking worried, another in soft focus behind, watching
Two women, one in front looking worried, another in soft focus behind, watching
An active bystander is someone who notices potentially harmful behaviour and takes action to address it, helping to prevent escalation and protect the wellbeing of colleagues.

Empower your employees to recognise and respond to inappropriate behaviours, discrimination, and harassment. 

Why active bystanders matter

Active bystanders are essential for reinforcing inclusivity and respect in the workplace. When employees feel confident and equipped to step in or speak up, it sends a clear message that inappropriate behaviour has no place in your organisation. This culture shift encourages accountability, supports those affected by misconduct, and contributes to a workplace where everyone feels responsible for maintaining a positive environment.

The real impact

An active bystander culture transforms the workplace by fostering mutual respect, solidarity, and collective responsibility. When employees actively support and protect each other, they contribute to a healthier, more inclusive work environment. This culture not only prevents harmful behaviour but also enhances trust, openness, and the overall morale of the team.

By empowering your team to act as active bystanders, you make inclusivity a shared value, building a workplace where every employee feels they have a role in upholding respect and inclusion.

Birdseye view of three office workers working together
Birdseye view of three office workers working together

The toolkit:
Active bystander culture

Our toolkit will help you start your journey towards developing an active bystander culture.

The toolkit:
Active bystander culture

Our toolkit will help you start your journey towards developing an active bystander culture.

The toolkit:
Active bystander culture

Our toolkit will help you start your journey towards developing an active bystander culture.