Incivility has been found nearly everywhere – social media, airplanes, concerts, and other public spaces. The workplace should be immune to incivility, but, unfortunately, it was found that about 1 in 4 employees have experienced behavior that is rude, disrespectful, or aggressive, according to a MeQuilibrium survey. Ethisphere’s 2023 ethical culture report saw workplace bullying has jumped from 20.1% to 33%.
In August, we recognize how important civil behavior is in our communities while celebrating National Civility Month. First established by the International Institute for Civil Leadership in 2014, it is “a way to spread awareness about the need for good manners, respect, and consideration for others.”
Ways to celebrate National Civility Month
References:
| 18th Century | Movements that were inspired by a culture of demanding right and civility for everyone take place - American and French Revolutions |
| December 10, 1948 | The U.N. adopted the historical Universal Declaration of Human Rights |
| 2014 | National Civility Month was established by the International Institute for Civil Leadership to promote civility and respect |
| 2015 | Inaugural National Civility Month |
| 2019 | National Civility Month is embraced internationally |
Many of these resources and programs are funded under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
