1.REFLECT - on why you want to CHECK-IN with someone and ask yourself “why do I need a BUDDY?” 

WORKBUDDYCHECK is primarily a business to business tool. WORKBUDDYCHECK can help individuals seeking a friendly check-in within their personal networks. If you are seeking counselling or crisis management please reach out to a frontline service provider. If you are in immediate danger, call 000. GET HELP PAGE

2. APPROACH 

Try to find a place where you can talk with your potential BUDDY one-on-one without the risk of interruption. For example, try to talk outside of any home or space they share with their abuser. This can help ensure the abuser doesn’t overhear your concerns, which could make the situation worse.

3. Start a conversation about WORKBUDDYCHECK by expressing concern. It can be helpful to begin the conversation by gently explaining why you would like to BUDDY UP. Be understanding and sensitive yet specific, and explain to them what you have noticed that has caused your concern without being accusatory.

4. SET GOALS - Print out the WORKBUDDYCHECK AGREEMENT (TO DESIGN WITH MEL AND ZOZO - fill in the form as a talking point and start place to share with your BUDDY. Together, you will complete your ‘social contract’ at a time and place that suits you both.

5. GET STARTED complete your WORKBUDDYCHECK Agreement together and CHECK-IN! 

If they say NO, don’t take it personally. People have all sorts of things going on in their lives. Be thankful for their honesty. Let them know that there are no hard feelings if they say no.

IF YOU WITNESS VIOLENCE FIRST HAND AND FEAR FOR A PERSON’S LIFE While there are risks associated with reporting domestic violence, if you fear for a person’s life, you should always report the violence immediately.