[author: Cherelle Johannes]
Over one-quarter (28 percent) of organizations surveyed in our 2022 Regional Whistleblowing Hotline Benchmark Report did not confirm that an anti-retaliation policy was a part of their organization’s confidential reporting and investigatory program. A similar number of respondents (29 percent) did not indicate that their company had a reporting hotline or internal channel for whistleblowers to raise concerns.
That’s a huge problem. Here’s why.
By not having a solid anti-retaliation policy, you risk sending a message to employees that their voices are not valued and that speaking out against wrongdoing is discouraged. This can lead to a toxic and hostile workplace environment – undermining their trust and negatively impacting morale. Faced with the prospect of retaliatory behavior, concerned employees may be too afraid to report any potential misconduct or violations. This also risks your organization’s ethical or legal violations going unchecked and unresolved.
In many countries, retaliatory actions are illegal and can result in costly litigation and fines. And as fear of retaliation can be a barrier to fixing other organizational issues, it’s crucial to address your stance on retaliation proactively.
So, what can your business do to implement effective anti-retaliation policies and procedures?
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