Latest revelations of harassment at Australia’s Antarctic program raise hopes for change
by Henry Belot from World news | The Guardian on (#6AM35)
Second report detailing disturbing workplace culture at division has put onus on government to enact major reform
Current and former Australian Antarctic Division staff are hopeful the latest investigation into disturbing workplace cultures will mark a turning point for the program and improve safety and wellbeing.
A review by Leigh Russell, a former Swimming Australia executive, confirmed earlier reports of sexual harassment and abuse but also revealed a culture of widespread bullying, with 41% of about 3,000 staff interviewed saying they experienced bullying in the last 12 months.
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