Civility in the Workplace

This workshop will explore some of the causes of incivility, what it looks like, and how to identify and address it.

An increasing number of people feel that the workplace has become less civil and less respectful. Disrespectful workplaces can escalate into situations of harassment, bullying, and aggression if left unaddressed. This workshop will explore some of the causes of incivility, what incivility looks like, and how to identify and address it. We’ll focus on ways to manage incivility in our work relationships, our situational encounters, and in ourselves.

After viewing, you'll understand that Civility is:

  • behaving in a way that shows regard and respect for others
  • being polite, friendly, and courteous
  • speaking kindly to someone who has hurt your feelings
  • a way to preserve the norms for mutual respect