In my opinion, an important principle – namely freedom from judgement – is not sufficiently reflected in the Code of Et

One of the new trends observed in the Ombud’s Office in 2022 was supervisors feeling a lack of support.

What is excellence? Is it a CERN value? I’d like to share a few thoughts about this with you.

Very good reasons to spend 10' reading th2 2022 Annual report from the CERN Ombud

Although the notion of a psychologically safe environment applies primarily to team collaboration, I see a clear link with the reluctance to speak up on interpersonal issues. 

The fear of being labelled as a “problem person” may prevent some of us to speak freely. Why?

At the heart of all the situations that were brought to my attention by 151 visitors  in 2022 was an infringement of the Code of Conduct.

What to do about excluders who, despite corporate interventions, continue to treat people differently based on their perceived visible or invisible trait(s) or social grouping, in particular women? 

In 2022, less than 11% of visitors authorised the Ombud to take action. Mostly for fear of negative consequences. Why?

The consultation of a psychologist is often perceived by the colleagues I receive as a step too difficult to take. These prejudices are outdated and here is why.