Today, on Pink Shirt Day, Canadians send their kids to school in pink shirts to remember the impact of bullying which affects 1 in 5 children. But bullying doesn’t only affect children and teens – it can also show up in our workplaces, eroding psychological safety, mental health, and professional quality of life.

This Pink Shirt Day, let’s go beyond wearing pink. Let’s actively commit to eliminating bullying in our workplaces by:

📣Speaking Up: Challenging bullying behaviours when we see them, whether in person or online.

📋Setting Standards: Providing clear examples of unacceptable behaviour and working conditions and precisely stating the consequences.

🤝Promoting Inclusion: Proactively building a culture in which everyone feels valued, respected, and safe.

The principles of respect and psychological safety are just as crucial in our workplaces as they are in our schools. Let’s carry the spirit of Pink Shirt Day into every interaction.

How are you fostering kindness and inclusion today?