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A Barker Hutchinson Masterclass

Sensitive Conversations, Keys to Interviewing Vulnerable Witnesses

Insights and actionable strategies to handle sexual misconduct investigations with care, professionalism, and a trauma-informed approach.

Yet, without the right approach, their voices can go unheard or their trust broken, leading to incomplete or unreliable findings. The way you approach these interviews can mean the difference between missing information and truly exceptional results that stand up to scrutiny.

When witnesses feel unsupported, misunderstood, or retraumatized during the investigative process, the consequences can be profound—not just for them, but for the integrity of the entire investigation. Missed cues, unaddressed vulnerabilities, or poorly handled interactions can create barriers to uncovering critical information, leaving you with partial truths and potentially jeopardizing the outcome.

In this 60-minute masterclass, you’ll learn actionable strategies to confidently handle sensitive interviews with care and professionalism.

Backed by real-world experience, we’ll guide you through proven techniques for identifying and supporting vulnerabilities, adapting your approach in the moment, and ensuring equal participation that leads to fair outcomes.

We hope the session provided you with practical strategies for handling sensitive interviews and supporting vulnerable witnesses.

Your work in this field makes a difference, and we’re pleased to support you.

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For HR Leaders:

Schedule a Free 30-Minute Consultation with Greg Hutchinson

A thoughtful, trauma-informed approach during interviews can significantly improve investigation outcomes. Get expert insights from our Co-CEO and workplace investigations specialist.

During this session, Greg will:

  • Review your current process for handling complaints
  • Highlight opportunities to make your approach more trauma-informed and effective
  • Offer actionable recommendations to minimize risks and build trust from the first interaction

This is a unique opportunity to strengthen a critical part of your investigations process — one that sets the tone for everything that follows.

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