Introduction
At Sports Insider Daily, we are committed to creating a workplace and professional community built on respect, collaboration, and dignity. Bullying, intimidation, or any form of disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated. Every employee, contributor, and partner has the right to work and engage in an environment free from harassment, hostility, or demeaning conduct.
Scope
This policy applies to:
- All employees, freelancers, interns, contractors, and contributors.
- Workplace interactions, remote communications, events, social media, and professional engagements.
Definition of Bullying
Bullying includes repeated, unreasonable behavior intended to intimidate, degrade, humiliate, or undermine another person. Examples include:
- Verbal abuse, insults, or offensive jokes
- Spreading rumors, gossip, or malicious falsehoods
- Intimidation, threats, or coercion
- Exclusion or deliberate isolation from team activities
- Online harassment or abusive communications via email, messaging apps, or social media
Our Commitments
- Zero Tolerance
- Bullying, harassment, and disrespectful behavior are prohibited in any form.
- Promoting Respect
- We foster a culture of professionalism, empathy, and teamwork.
- All staff are expected to treat colleagues, partners, and audience members with courtesy and consideration.
- Reporting & Support
- Individuals experiencing or witnessing bullying are encouraged to report incidents to HR, management, or the Ethics & Compliance Officer.
- Reports can be made confidentially or anonymously.
- Investigation & Accountability
- All complaints will be promptly and thoroughly investigated.
- Violations will result in corrective action, up to and including termination of employment or contributor agreements.
- Prevention & Training
- Staff will receive regular guidance on respectful workplace practices and bullying prevention.
- Team culture will be actively reinforced through leadership modeling, mentorship, and communication.
Responsibilities
- Employees/Contributors: Treat others with respect, report bullying, and model professional conduct.
- Managers/Editors: Monitor team dynamics, address concerns immediately, and ensure a safe environment.
- Leadership: Support a culture of respect, enforce policies fairly, and provide resources for conflict resolution.
Conclusion
Sports Insider Daily is dedicated to creating a professional environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered. Upholding this Anti-Bullying and Respect Policy ensures our team can focus on producing honest, high-quality sports journalism while maintaining trust and collaboration.
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