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Addressing Boundary-Crossing Behavior:

Building Awareness Around Workplace Safety

Reports of boundary-crossing behavior, intimidation, and abuse of power are increasing. These issues affect organizations across industries, from media companies and sports associations to universities and hospitals. Some well-known incidents include:

The Voice of Holland 🎤: Investigations revealed a lack of timely action against reported misconduct.

Radboud University 🎓: The rector received a warning following inappropriate behavior.

Topsports: Marc Overmars at Ajax  He resigned after sending inappropriate messages to female colleagues.

These examples show how damaging such behavior can be. It harms reputations, erodes team trust, and creates unsafe environments for employees.

What are the consequences?

Boundary-crossing behavior not only significantly impacts the victims but also affects colleagues, managers, and the organization as a whole. Employee trust is undermined, legal risks increase ⚖️, and the overall workplace atmosphere can be permanently damaged.

What can organizations do?

Organizations have a duty of care to provide a safe and ethical work environment. This includes implementing clear procedures for reporting inappropriate behavior, handling complaints carefully, and offering professional and confidential support to victims and all parties involved.

At 1for2 Social Innovation, we understand how complex and sensitive these situations can be. Our experienced external confidential counselors are ready to support employees and guide organizations in establishing robust and ethical structures. With our years of expertise in coaching, mediation, and behavioral analysis, we provide a safe space where reports are handled with care and where prevention is just as important as resolution.

Want to learn more?

Discover how our confidential counseling services can support your organization. Visit our page on External Confidential Counseling for more information. Or feel free to contact us directly.