Organisational Policy and Management

Most professionals and managers reported being unaware of clear organisational policies on sexuality at their own institutions. Policy is necessary but insufficient; without active, visible leadership engagement with the topic of sexuality and SBV, policies are unlikely to translate into everyday practice. Directors and managers are seen as critical in determining whether sexuality and boundary violations are treated as serious organisational topics. Managers face a persistent tension between protecting the privacy of all parties and communicating transparently enough to prevent damaging rumours during investigations. Extracting organisational learning from SBV investigations while protecting the individuals involved remains an unresolved challenge for management.