As a reminder to employers in Chicago, anti-sexual harassment training is required by Chicago’s Human Rights Ordinance and must be completed by July 1, 2023. This requirement applies to all Chicago employers, regardless of size or industry.
The training consists of one (1) hour of anti-sexual harassment training for all non-supervisory employees and two (2) hours of anti-sexual harassment training for supervisory employees. Regardless of supervisory status, all employees must also undergo one (1) hour of bystander training. Employers must provide training on an annual basis. Additional information about training requirements can be found here. Employers who fail to comply may be subject to penalties.