Chicago’s Human Rights Ordinance requires all employers with supervisory staff working in the city to provide two hours of annual sexual harassment prevention training. This comprehensive training program is specifically designed to help Chicago employers fully comply with the law’s training requirements.
The two-hour course is organized into the following core sections:
Federal Sexual Harassment Law – definitions, prohibited conduct, and employer obligations
Illinois Sexual Harassment Law – state-specific protections and compliance requirements
Federal Harassment Law – broader workplace harassment standards beyond sexual harassment
Retaliation – understanding and preventing unlawful retaliation in the workplace
Gender Identity Harassment and Discrimination – rights and protections for gender-diverse employees
LGBTQ Rights in the Workplace – ensuring a respectful, inclusive work environment
Pregnancy Harassment and Discrimination – protections for pregnant employees and new parents
Electronic Harassment and Discrimination – addressing inappropriate digital communications and online behavior
“Keep It Job-Related” – maintaining professional, business-focused conduct
Filing Complaints and Remedies – clear processes for reporting issues and available legal remedies
This course equips supervisors with the knowledge and tools they need to recognize, prevent, and appropriately respond to harassment and discrimination, ensuring full compliance with Chicago’s legal standards.
