This lesson explores non-confrontational approaches to interrupt harassment, including de-escalation, involving others, and documenting for follow-up.
Indirect Intervention and De-escalation Tactics
This lesson explores non-confrontational approaches to interrupt harassment, including de-escalation, involving others, and documenting for follow-up.

Indirect Intervention Benefits

Indirect strategies reduce risk while still interrupting harmful behavior, especially when direct confrontation is unsafe or uncomfortable.

De-escalation and Redirection

Use non-confrontational language to redirect the conversation, create space, and diffuse tension.

Involving Others

Pull in a trusted colleague as a witness or ask a supervisor to intervene to ensure accountability while protecting privacy.

Documentation and Follow-Up

Record relevant details after the incident and report through proper channels for formal action.