“Developing a Corporate Response to Domestic Violence Awareness in the Workplace” 

MONTHLY DIVERSITY EDUCATION FORUMS 

Oakland County Employment Diversity Council

Presents:

“Developing a Corporate Response to Domestic Violence Awareness in the Workplace” 

Thursday September 19, 2013

With one in every four women experiencing domestic abuse it’s important for corporations to be aware when it’s happening to members of their workforce. By taking a proactive approach regarding this issue we can help reduce turnover and absenteeism, boost employee morale while empowering staff.

Kalyn Risker is the Founder and Executive Director of Sisters Acquiring Financial Empowerment, which is also referred to as SAFE.  She is a Human Resource professional with over ten years’ experience in recruitment, retention, compliance, compensation, payroll & benefits administration. 

Objectives:

1. Discuss the benefits of developing policies and procedures to address domestic violence issues in the workplace.
2. Discuss the potential economic impact that organizations may experience due to employees being subjected to domestic violence.
3. Discuss ways to support employees that may be experiencing abuse.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

ABOUT THE MONTHLY DIVERSITY EDUCATION FORUM

Meeting on the 3rd Thursday of each month, the series is designed to assist human resources professionals, diversity managers, and all levels of leaders and supervisors to develop and implement organizational solutions to move toward full productivity throughout the workforce.