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Using AI to Build Your Own Workplace Harassment Training? Here’s What Can Go Wrong

By Bay Ryley|2026-05-26T08:01:20-04:00May 25th, 2026|

The Case Against (Solely) DIY and AI-Generated Compliance Training The question HR and L&D leaders are asking: “Shouldn’t we just build our own workplace harassment training internally? We have smart people and decent resources – and AI can generate content in minutes!” It’s a reasonable proposition. But when it comes to workplace harassment and discrimination

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Why Ryley Learning Is the Ideal Partner for Sexual Harassment Training

By Bay Ryley|2025-12-03T16:44:12-05:00November 6th, 2025|

Workplace sexual harassment is a serious organizational risk with legal, financial, cultural, and reputational consequences. As more jurisdictions across North America mandate training, employers have a responsibility to protect their people and foster safe, respectful environments. At Ryley Learning, we design sexual harassment training that not only meets legal standards but truly resonates with employees.

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WhatsApp With “Digital” Sexual Harassment? How Employers Can Protect Their Workplace

By Bay Ryley|2025-12-03T16:49:36-05:00October 2nd, 2025|

Workplace sexual harassment remains a serious threat to most organizations. Incidents and claims can damage the trust that employees have in their company, and can create an unsafe working environment. Mishandled complaints and investigations can also dominate headlines and devastate an employer’s public image. Off-duty conduct, the use of “private” group chat technology, and the

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Beyond Compliance: Why Tackling Unconscious Bias Matters for HR

By Bay Ryley|2025-12-03T17:41:21-05:00April 3rd, 2025|

Unconscious bias is an invisible barrier that shapes workplace decisions in hiring, promotions, and everyday interactions. Even the most well-intentioned HR professionals may inadvertently reinforce bias—undermining inclusion and limiting the potential of diverse teams.The good news? HR leaders are uniquely positioned to challenge these biases and champion fairness across the organization. That’s why we’ve outlined

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State and Provincial Compliance: What HR Needs to Know About Anti-Harassment Laws

By Bay Ryley|2025-12-03T16:52:17-05:00April 3rd, 2025|

Sexual harassment laws vary across jurisdictions, but one thing remains clear: Organizations must take proactive measures to comply with regulations to protect employees and mitigate legal risks. HR and legal teams in the U.S. and Canada play a critical role in ensuring compliance with evolving anti-harassment laws. Failing to do so can lead to lawsuits,

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Free Webinar: Managing Anonymous Complaints of Workplace Misconduct

By Bay Ryley|2025-12-04T18:25:38-05:00March 26th, 2025|

As a human rights and employment lawyer, I know first-hand how important the investigation of and reporting on various forms of misconduct is critical to your organization. What are the benefits of offering anonymous reporting? What are the potential pitfalls? Register here. One Hour - Free - available now. Hear From an Investigations Expert Panel Allison Forsyth

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The Cost of Ignoring Sexual Harassment Complaints

By Bay Ryley|2025-12-04T18:29:26-05:00March 25th, 2025|

Sexual harassment in the workplace remains a serious concern that affects employees and organizations alike. Despite legal mandates and workplace policies, many companies still ignore or mishandle complaints, leading to devastating consequences. From legal risks and financial penalties, to decreased employee morale and retention issues, the cost of failing to address sexual harassment complaints is

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How to Build a Workplace Free from Sexual Harassment

By Bay Ryley|2025-11-12T18:34:19-05:00March 25th, 2025|

The Persistent Problem of Workplace Sexual Harassment Despite years of awareness campaigns and compliance training – particularly since the #MeToo movement, sexual harassment remains a significant workplace issue. Statistics Canada reports that 31% of men and 47% of women have reported experiencing some form of harassment or sexual assault in the workplace.These findings underscore the

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“Virtual” Sexual Harassment is an “Actual” Workplace Problem

By Bay Ryley|2025-11-12T18:56:47-05:00November 27th, 2024|

“Virtual” Sexual Harassment is an “Actual” Workplace Problem Do your anti-sexual harassment policies and training reflect the reality that so much work is carried out online? They should! Workplace misconduct involving online behaviour and digital interactions are spawning a growing number of lawsuits and complaints of sexual harassment in our increasingly virtual and flexible online workplaces.

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Is D-E-I Going to D-I-E? 3 reasons DEI will survive and thrive, despite the “anti-Woke” lobby

By Bay Ryley|2025-12-04T18:37:04-05:00September 22nd, 2024|

Sure the “anti-DEI” lobby (if I may call it that) has made some headlines. (see the latest retractions by Ford, Lowes, Harley Davidson, John Deere).However, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will survive because it is connected to traditional corporate table stakes: compliance, brand reputation, limiting legal liability, and talent recruitment and retention.Reason #1: Compliance & Fines Depending

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