That’s what New York Public Radio is saying about the results of an outside investigation into inappropriate workplace behavior by several employees. The report did show that some employees were far from perfect, engaging in “bullying and offensive behavior toward colleagues and guests.”
The NYPR board hired Proskauer Rose to look into the allegations, to determine whether they indicated broader systemic issues of sexual harassment, racial bias, and bullying at NYPR, and to make recommendations based on the investigation’s findings.
A statement on the NYPR website said the investigation did not find evidence of pervasive discrimination. “It did find that anti-harassment policies were poorly communicated and enforced, leading to an environment where employees did not feel obligated or empowered to bring complaints to Human Resources. The investigation also determined that anti-bullying policies were inadequate and there were specific instances of bullying and offensive behavior by several employees toward colleagues and guests. The investigation found that harassment complaints were investigated when they reached senior management or Human Resources, and that senior management reacted promptly and strongly where violations were found. The investigation also did not find any evidence of retaliation for making such complaints.”
The statement goes on to say NYPR takes full responsibility for what happened, and is committed to doing better. “Proskauer made a series of recommendations based on the results of their investigation. The Board fully accepts these recommendations and will work with management to adopt them.”
Read the full statement HERE
Read the Proskauer report HERE
