Vienna artsโ Director Responds to Allegations, Emphasizes Safe Work Environment
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In response to recent complaints published in a daily newspaper, the Vienna Arts Directory, led by โข Thomas โBirkmerer, has issued a detailed statement addressing the allegations and reaffirming its commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace.The organization has highlighted its ongoing efforts to ensure a professional โคand supportive environment for allโ employees, particularlyโ within the theatre sector.
The statement begins by acknowledging the gravityโฃ of the complaints and the disruption thay haveโฃ caused. It emphasizes that the Artsโ Directory has implemented a range ofโฃ measures over the years to maintain a safe and enjoyable job environment.These include the establishment ofโค a whistleblower โsystem,โฃ regular internal checks, and ongoing training courses โขfor compliance officers, โขincluding the child Protection Officer. Additionally, the organization has a continuing contract with Health Consultation, a renowned service provider that offers professional support to employees.
According to the statement,”A professional health workforce has been supporting the theater since 2018. The use of theโค comprehensive qualifying offer (compared to estimates of 270 companies led by Health Consultation) ensures that โemployees are equipped to โhandle sensitive issues with the guidance of professional managers.” The governance framework is โdesigned to address concerns early and within a protected environment,fostering open dialog between management and staff.
The statement also refutes the โขallegations, describing them as “breeding disadvantage” and emphasizing that they do not align with โthe โnature of Thomasโ Birkmerer or the values of the organization.It further notes that the โCorona pandemic was a particularly challenging time for the theater industry, โคand the organization โtook careful measuresโฃ toโค address the fears and concernsโ of its โstaff.โ
In response to the allegations, the Arts Directory has stated that it is indeed exploring legal avenues to address what it describes as “fake claims.” theโ organization remains committed to maintaining a fair and respectful workplace, as evidenced by its ongoing initiatives and โpartnerships.| key Initiatives โค | Details โฃ โ โข โฃ โ โ โ |
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| Whistleblower System โ | Aโ secure platform โfor employees to report concerns anonymously. โ |
| Healthโค Consultation Partnership | Professional support for employees, including psychological care. | โฃ
| Compliance Training |โ Ongoingโฃ courses for โcompliance andโข Child Protection โฃOfficers. โ |โค
| internalโ Checks โฃ | Regular assessments of workplace atmosphere and employee satisfaction. |
The Arts โDirectoryโs statementโค underscores its dedication to creating a harmoniousโ and equitable work environment, โfree from โฃharassment, bullying, or discrimination. As the organization moves forward, it remains focused on โคupholding its values and ensuring the well-being of its employees.For more information โon Viennaโs vibrant arts scene,explore the latest events andโ performances at The Vienna Review.