One in every four women and one in seven men will experience domestic violence in their lifetime, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The Department of Labor reports that victims of domestic violence lose nearly 8 million days of paid work per year in the U.S., resulting in a $1.8 billion loss in productivity for employers.
Attend the Domestic Violence in the Workplace webinar on May 13, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. CDT, and learn more about domestic violence by:
The session includes samples of model workplace policies and tips on how to recognize, support, and refer those who may be experiencing domestic violence.
Brandon Pasley, senior director of Specialized Training at YWCA Oklahoma City, provides domestic violence training to professionals, agencies, and organizations throughout Oklahoma. Pasley is also working with business leaders to implement Workplace Violence policies and procedures. He has spent nearly 20 years working in the domestic violence field.
For questions about this webinar or the council program, contact Cristina Martinez, CU Relations administrative assistant at (800) 442-5762, ext. 6403 or cmartinez@cornerstoneleague.coop.
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