The International Association on Workplace Bullying and Harassment (IAWBH) is a global organisation dedicated to advancing research and evidence-based practices in the field of workplace bullying and harassment. Since its founding, the association has become a leading force in bringing together researchers, practitioners, and advocates from around the world to address this critical workplace issue.

​​

​

Mission and Purpose

​

The IAWBH works to stimulate, generate, integrate, and disseminate research and evidence-based practice in the field of workplace bullying and harassment. The organisation serves as a vital bridge between academic research and practical applications, ensuring that findings translate into real-world solutions for safer, more respectful workplaces.

​​

​

Key Activities

​

• Research Leadership: The association promotes cutting-edge research on workplace bullying and harassment, fostering collaboration among international scholars and practitioners. Members engage in cross-cultural studies and explore emerging areas such as cyberbullying at work.​​

​

• International Conferences: The association organises regular international conferences that showcase state-of-the-art research and set the direction for future studies in the field. These gatherings bring together the global community of researchers and practitioners to share findings, discuss innovations, and collaborate on solutions. Past conferences have been held in Montreal, Cardiff, Copenhagen, Milan, Auckland, Bordeaux, Dubai, San Diego, and Huddersfield.​

​

• Global Community Building: With a membership structure designed to be accessible worldwide, IAWBH recognises economic differences across regions and offers multiple membership levels for students, unwaged or retired members, and professionals from different economic contexts.

​​

​

Impact and Expertise

​

The association's leadership includes renowned experts who have published extensively on workplace bullying, organisational psychology, and related fields. Board members and founding members have advised governments, led major research groups, and contributed significantly to the academic literature that shapes our understanding of workplace harassment and its prevention.

​

Through its work, IAWBH continues to advance the field by connecting research with practice, fostering international collaboration, and providing resources that help create safer, more respectful work environments globally.

​

Find out more, and join IAWBH at IAWBH.org