14 Legal Compliance for Domestic Violence in the CA Work Place with Agape Garcia

Leadership In Law Podcast

What if your workplace could become a sanctuary against violence? In this compelling episode, we sit down with Agape Garcia, the tireless founder of Confronting Domestic Violence, to dissect California's groundbreaking Workplace Violence Prevention Plan. Set to take effect on July 1, 2024, this legislation is a game-changer for businesses across the state. Agape, a survivor of a double attempted homicide, shares her deeply personal yet professional insights into the bill's 13 essential elements and over 30 mandatory actions, along with the exemption criteria for specific sectors. We probe into her firsthand experiences and how they shape her advocacy, offering a unique perspective on creating customized safety plans that resonate with each organization’s culture.
Delving deeper, we underscore the critical need for anonymous surveys to understand employees’ actual experiences with domestic violence. Agape sheds light on the importance of integrating comprehensive support systems within Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) and establishing clear procedures for access control and threat communication. We also cover practical steps for leadership to create a more supportive and safe work environment. Don't miss Agape's announcement about her nonprofit's upcoming fundraising gala and training sessions on the new legislation. This episode is essential listening for anyone committed to fostering a workplace where safety and support are paramount.
Agape Garcia is what you call a live definition of Post Traumatic Growth. She is passionately dedicated to helping businesses across the State of California prepare for and be compliant with the NEW Workplace Violence Prevention Plan.
This plan requires the inclusion of domestic violence which touches on her personal experience of surviving a double attempted homicide as well as her professional journey constantly confronted with domestic violence at the workplace.
Combined with that, her extensive community involvement has provided a full circle of well-rounded training which adds a wealth of wisdom and a uniqueness that makes this woman stand out as an extremely credible competent source you want on your team!
Her Mission is to help fill a much-needed gap by bringing organizations into compliance resulting in real-time resources for real-time victims of domestic violence.
Reach Agape here:
Social Media LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/confrontingdv
FB: https://www.facebook.com/AgapeConsulting
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1agapeconsulting
IG: https://www.instagram.com/yes2agape/
CDV: https://linktr.ee/confrontingdv
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@CalOSHASB553?si=WMMWjyQgCp5jSMjR Website: https://sb553consulting.com

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1. 14 Legal Compliance for Domestic Violence in the CA Work Place with Agape Garcia (00:00:00)

2. Navigating Workplace Violence Prevention Compliance (00:00:02)

3. Developing Workplace Domestic Violence Prevention (00:10:34)

4. Supporting Workplace Domestic Violence Prevention (00:20:42)