In-studio keynote 

Such a privilege to work with the incredible teams at Network 10 and Paramount Australia & New Zealand, taking their commitment to Respect at Work even further.

This proactive session focused on the power of Bystander Intervention — and how everyday actions can shape safer, more respectful workplaces across creative, fast-paced environments.

Together we explored:

• Why bystander intervention is critical under the positive duty
  
• The practical application of the 5Ds (Direct, Distract, Delegate, Delay, Document)
  
• Strengthening speak up cultures across diverse teams
  
• Leadership accountability in moments that matter
  

In industries where influence is powerful and culture moves quickly, silence can normalise behaviour.

But when even one person steps in, the standard shifts.

A sincere thank you to Beverley McGarvey and Sandra Sully AM for the warm introductions — truly a career highlight — and to the broader Network 10 and Paramount ANZ teams for leaning into the conversation with openness and commitment.

Bringing Bystander Confidence to Your Organisation

Karen Maher delivers keynotes and leadership sessions across Australia on:

• Respect at Work and the positive duty
  
• Workplace Bystander Intervention
  
• Psychological safety and speak up cultures
  
• Proactive leadership in high-profile industries

To explore keynote topics, visit karenmaher.com.au/keynotes.

For organisation-wide workplace culture and psychosocial safety programs, explore SmartCulture® solutions at smartculture.com.au.

Safer workplaces are built in the moments we choose to act.