The importance of early action isn’t simply about knowing what to do, it’s more recognising that harm is taking place.
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The importance of early action isn’t simply about knowing what to do, it’s more recognising that harm is taking place.
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Not been on this site for a while. Decided to give it a go again. So for starters.
Took out my drone for some winter views. Love where I stay. In the country but close to the city. Have a great weekend folks.
A timely reminder that 1. There’s a load of misinformation on here and 2. Police have since the beginning of policing found themselves in the middle of disputes.
Let them get on with their job and stop using these types of films to further your hate.
Someone suggested to me recently that bystander approaches don't work. I dug deeper and it was clear that the the training they provided wasn't motivating action. Heres why many bystander type approaches 'fail to launch'
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Took a break but back. If you doubt what I do take a look. Oh and I got a tattoo
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Great points @mrjamesob.bsky.social
Do the media drive our readings and focus or does society drive the agenda.
I’m concerned about the number of cyber attacks just now. Are you?
Do we need to be talking more about this topic? If we do would the media report more?
Important words from Timpson. Focus requires to be on those around victims and those who commit harm. When a culture instils a responsibility to act science says they will act early when harm is seen. Peer intervention is a tool to be considered
For me these are the little things that leave traces on others. Also I feel “what you give, you get back and more. Have a great week.
As ever thanks for reading.
Be kind
Show respect
Show compassion
Be empathetic
Check in
Praise regularly.
Listen
Locard’s principle shows how every interaction—no matter how small—can make a meaningful difference. So how can this principle be applied in very day life. Simple -
Helping others can create a ripple effect, where the kindness/support you give encourages others to act similarly. Just as traces left in a forensic scenario can be traced back to their origin, acts of kindness or support can grow & spread, creating a more compassionate community
For instance, providing emotional support, offering assistance, or even just listening leaves a “trace” of kindness or encouragement, which can help someone feel valued or inspired. These positive traces can affect a person’s well-being and influence future interactions.
But for me this principle has application way beyond solving crime.
In helping people, each interaction leaves a positive impact, just as physical traces are left in forensic science.
Locard’s Principle of Exchange states that “every contact leaves a trace,” meaning when two objects come into contact, there is always a transfer of material, such as fibers, hair, or other substances.
This weeks #SundayThread Every contact leaves a trace. Those in policing will recognise this saying. This principle is foundational in forensic science, as it implies that evidence is left behind in every interaction.
I heard this piece earlier on the @mrjamesob.bsky.social show. It was emotional, raw, to the point and the sort of leadership that’s needed at this time. It made me stop the car and listen to every word.
What if? In #Adolescence What if Jamie’s friend Ryan had the tools and confidence to stop his friend. In this blog i look at the drama through the eyes of the bystander. grahamgoulden.com/2025/04/09/f...
For me the learning from #Adolescence is for adults not the kids in school. Some suggestions
1. Parents remember the internet is a place not a thing.
2. Coaches/teachers role model respect/kindness
3. All, be curious & ask questions
4. All, Address misogyny quickly
5. Correct misperceptions
Natasha is in the mark here. Adolescence has created a whole load of empathy in our society. It’s clearly a drama society needs to engage with but leave it out of schools. How we engage boys in these issues is so crucial. It’s not simply about educating. Engagement comes first.
As ever thanks for reading.
Finally when we introduce conversations on this issue early with young people we help prevent future issues. Much of what I discuss above can be implemented in younger peer groups also.
Orgs require to encourage direct open conversation. Many orgs rely on e-learning to address culture issues. Such an approach fails to correct the misperceptions I discussed above. Work to create a culture where staff feel discussing concerns with each other.
Set clear ethical standard and train leaders to reward teamwork and not just individual achievement. Teamwork is a strength in orgs. It it’s seldom rewarded directly.
So orgs require to help people tap into their own moral compass and to align that with the mission of the org. In my old profession, policing, that’s simply to help communities. Help build self awareness. Don’t force bakes on staff. Align yourself with theirs.
Moral rebels have learned to act even when consequences are clear. Why do they do it? Research says that people with a strong sense of inner responsibility are more likely to act. They’ve had this instilled in them since an early age. They have an ability to go against a norm
This term remains a major inhibitor to action even in cultures where codes of ethics are in place. So what is needed? Remember I’m all about solutions rather than continuing the problem.
The term is part of the “growing up”rule book. I’ve heard it used in primary schools and it follows us through our lives. I’ve learned that it’s these rules that often lead to people failing to intervene even when friends are involved.
The phrase snitches get stitches originated in gang culture where snitching (informing) was a serious offence, often punished with violence. Nowadays it’s often used in a more general way in peer groups & communities to express the sentiment that we don’t tell on each other
All terms are negative and suggest bad outcomes for those who do speak up. The result is often a group silence. Silence is a major issue in organisations. It continues harm. It tells victims we don’t care and tells harm doers keep going. Silence must be addressed.
This weeks #SundayThread Snitches get stitches. I’m surprised I haven’t talked about this before. In a lot of my work I often ask groups to share the perceptions of people in orgs who report poor behaviour. I’m often met with terms such as snitch, grass, troublemaker.
