This week marks Anti-Bullying Week 2025 (10-14 November), a national campaign that shines a light on the importance of kindness, respect, and standing up against bullying in all its forms.
At the University, we are proud to support this important initiative as part of our commitment to fostering a culture where every member of our community feels safe, supported, and respected.
During last academic year, following ongoing efforts to raise awareness of Report & Support and the avenues of support available to colleagues who may have witnessed or experienced bullying & harassment, 86 reports were made by colleagues via Report & Support, this equates to approximately 1.09% of our staff population. While it’s encouraging to see people coming forward, we know there’s more to do, and we’re committed to doing it.
What we’re doing to help
Bullying and harassment have no place in our University. To support staff in recognising, challenging, and addressing inappropriate behaviours, we are continuing to strengthen the resources and support available.
*New* All Staff E-Learning Module on Bulling and Harassment:
We are pleased to announce the launch of a new e-learning module for all staff, focused on preventing and addressing bullying and harassment in the workplace. The interactive module has been designed to help everyone:
- Understand the difference between bullying and harassment
- Identify bullying/and or harassment, whether it happens to you or someone else
- Know the different avenues of support available, which aim to address bullying and/or harassment
- Signpost colleagues to available support
The module is available to all staff and can be accessed via Learnwell here.
E-Learning Module for Leaders and Managers:
Earlier this year, we launched a dedicated e-module for leaders and managers: ‘Creating an Environment Where Harassment and Bullying Cannot Thrive’. It provides practical advice, case studies and tools to help you manage conflict and support your teams effectively.
The module is available to all leaders and managers and can be accessed via Learnwell here.
Report + Support
Staff and students can use the Report + Support tool to seek advice and support for any incident of unacceptable behaviour which includes bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, hate crimes or discrimination. Report + Support is an initial way to seek advice and is best used before any complaint processes are instigated.
Staff – when making a report, staff can request to speak to a Conflict Resolution Advisor to discuss your issue, or you can report anonymously where the information will be used for monitoring purposes only.
Students – Students have the option to discuss their issue with a Wellbeing Advisor from the Student Advice and Guidance Team and can also report anonymously if they wish.
Another way you can access the service directing is by scanning the QR code which you may have seen on stickers, posters and banners around campus. This enables you to report an instance of unacceptable behaviour quickly and easily from your smartphone.
More information on Report + Support can be found here for staff, and on the University homepage for students.
Mediation Service
Our internal Mediation Service is now in its third year of operation. Mediation is a voluntary and confidential dispute resolution process that sits outside of the University’s formal policies or procedures; its overriding aim is to restore and maintain the working relationship. If you, or a member of your team are experiencing workplace conflict, our team of accredited mediators can support you to understand issues, resolve difficulties and reach mutually acceptable solutions.
Together we make the difference
Anti-Bullying Week is a reminder that small actions make a big impact. By completing the training, using Report + Support, and looking out for one another, we can ensure the University remains a safe, inclusive, and respectful place to work and study.