Harassment at Work: The Leadership Responsibility We Can’t Ignore - Prisca Bradley, Bradley Employment Consulting

March 5, 2026

Harassment at Work: The Leadership Responsibility We Can’t Ignore – Prisca Bradley, Bradley Employment Consulting

We often talk about progress on International Women’s Day, but real progress in our organisations means taking a hard look at what still isn’t working, especially where workplace harassment is concerned. Throwing a policy on the shelf or holding a one-off session misses the point. The reality – which far too many women live, often in silence – should make us all uncomfortable.

As leaders and managers, we set the tone. When we treat workplace harassment as just a legal issue, we fail our people. It is a leadership issue, a cultural issue, and for too many, a daily experience that chips away at well-being, confidence, and trust. The recent statistics stagger me: 80% of women on average do not report harassment, many don’t even recognise it at the time, and this is happening in every sector. Power dynamics, exhaustion, and a lack of confidence all play roles – so does a work culture where open conversation isn’t normalised.

I’m joined by Prisca Bradley, whose expertise in employment law and discrimination practice is one thing, but it’s her straight-talking focus on actionable responsibility that I value most. Together we get specific – what does meaningful responsibility look like for leaders and managers? How does proactive, ongoing education replace reactive, box-ticking behaviour? What tangible steps can you take, not only to comply, but to ensure your people are supported, seen, and able to thrive?

You’ll hear stories, concrete examples, and practical advice on everything from risk assessments to opening up conversations that matter. This is about more than compliance. It’s about leadership that actively builds a culture where employees are safe, engaged, and able to contribute at their best.

If you care about high-performing teams and your reputation as an employer, knowing your part in this is essential.

More about Prisca

Having been a solicitor and partner in private practice for several law firms, Prisca Bradley decided to set up her own consultancy in 2019 focussing on providing a blend of employment law advice and support and training to organisations and businesses primarily within the education, charity, technology and start-up sectors. She particularly enjoys supporting leaders and managers to develop their skills and working with organisations to create healthy working environments.

Get in touch with Prisca: www.bradleyemploymentconsulting.co.uk