The article emphasizes the need for organizations to develop clear policies addressing intimate partner violence (IPV) in the workplace. It highlights the outdated stereotype of IPV victims and acknowledges that many victims work while facing abuse at home. The authors argue that workplaces can play a crucial role in recognizing and supporting victims, emphasizing the importance of accessibility to support without mandatory disclosure. Moreover, the article discusses the potential harm from patriarchal norms in the workplace and emphasizes that well-structured organizational responses can positively impact survivors of IPV.
The stereotype of domestic violence victims staying home raising children while a spouse brings home the salary is outdated and unsustainable in the current economy.
Victims go to work every day yet are trapped in abusive relationships, highlighting the importance of workplace support in recognizing and addressing intimate partner violence.
When relevant information about intimate partner violence is disclosed, having appropriate workplace policies ensures that such disclosures are handled sensitively and appropriately.
Organizations must proactively establish policies to support victims of intimate partner violence without requiring disclosure, thus creating a safe work environment.
#domestic-violence #workplace-policies #intimate-partner-violence #organizational-support #employee-wellness
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