Whanganui businesses and organisations are invited to learn more about the Domestic Violence – Victim's Protection Act, and how to respond positively to employees who are experiencing family violence.
Jigsaw Whanganui, Whanganui Chamber of Commerce and Whanganui & Partners will host a free workplace seminar from 10.30am-12.30pm on Thursday, June 17.
The seminar presenter is Anna Campbell, New Zealand's first female White Ribbon Ambassador, who works as chief people and transformation officer for Mitre 10.
"We have been very fortunate to bring a business leader of Anna's calibre to Whanganui," Jigsaw Whanganui executive officer Tim Metcalfe said.
"Anna has vast experience in creating strategy that focuses on customer experience, workplace culture and organisation leadership. She is a powerful advocate for the critical role that all businesses can play in reducing the massive social harm caused by family violence.