The Safer STEM Lab

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A Professional Training Series to Prevent and Address Sexual Harassment in Experiential Learning

1 in 2 students report being subjected to sexual harassment or violence while completing experiential learning opportunities, and this number is likely higher in STEM professions. You have the power to help change that.

Real-world strategies

The Safer STEM Lab is a free, six-part professional training series by the Courage to Act Foundation. This virtual program equips participants with the skills and tools to prevent sexual harassment and foster safer, more inclusive learning and working environments.

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Session FAQ

The series is open to participants across Canada and designed for student affairs professionals, post-secondary staff and faculty, STEM employers, HR leaders, and workplace supervisors. If you shape student learning, institutional policy, or workplace culture in STEM, this program is for you!
The Safer STEM Lab will consist of six virtual sessions, scheduled for:
- October 1, 2025: Session 1: Understanding Sexual Harassment in Experiential Learning
- October 8, 2025: Session 2: Preparing Students for Experiential Learning Opportunities
- October 22, 2025: Session 3: Building Institutional Policies & Protocols (Part 1)
- October 29, 2025: Session 4: Aligning Institutional Policies & Protocols (Part 2)
- November 12, 2025: Session 5: Fostering Meaningful Engagement with STEM Employers
- November 19, 2025: Session 6: Growing Change Together
Sessions will run from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm ET.
By participating in all six sessions, you will:
- Receive a Certificate of Completion
- Collaborate across sectors to drive real change in STEM
- Build a national network of peers and leaders
- Access exclusive consultations with expert speakers

Register now!

Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this transformative series. Session registration is now open! Click on each session below to register.

Webinars are offered at no charge. Attendees are provided with closed captioning and simultaneous French or English translation. If you have any additional accessibility requests to support your participation, please email us at communications@couragetoact.ca.

Note: To receive a Certificate of Completion, you must complete all six sessions.