We are an awareness campaign dedicated to supporting those affected by toxic work environments in the EU policymaking space.

Dive into our resources to understand what makes a workplace toxic and how to create an enabling work environment.

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What makes a workplace toxic?

A toxic work environment is characterised by a pattern of harmful behaviors that can undermine people's dignity and well-being at work.

Spotting the signs of a toxic environment

From feeling dread about going to work to isolation or exclusion, what are these signs.

Your game plan for dealing with toxic workplaces

From documenting everything to getting out, what are the steps you can take while still struggling at work.

What are the red flags to look out for during interviews?

A toxic work environment is characterised by a pattern of harmful behaviors that can undermine people's dignity and well-being at work.

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Located in the heart of European power, Brussels often grapples with toxic work cultures and leadership styles that compromise respect, integrity and the mental health of those working here.

The issue

A Better Brussels seeks to break this norm by raising awareness, centralising resources such as workshops and leadership training, creating space for open discussions, and self-help for those perpetuating these dynamics.

By partnering with different actors in Brussels policy making space, we aim to help those affected, seeing if we can make Brussels workplace cultures less toxic in a way that every professional feels respected and empowered.

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Who we are

  • Shweta Kulkarni Van Biesen

    Founder

  • Christina Wunder

    Ambassador

  • Brett Kobie

    Ambassador

  • Tamara Makoni

    Advisor

  • Gökşen Calışkan

    Ambassador

  • Bryn Watkins

    Ambassador

  • Sabrine Skiker

    Ambassador

  • Andrew Gelston

    Ambassador

Help us transform workplace cultures

You have the power to support those affected by toxic work environments in the EU policymaking space.

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