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SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN WORKPLACEMade by : Aissi Meriem MKOUN Hajar

SummaryWhat is sexual harassmentWhat behavior may be harassingTypes of sexual harassment - Quid pro quo - Hostile work environmentEffects of Sexual Harassment - Psychological Reactions - Career-Related EffectsWhat Can You Do If You Are Harassed?

What is sexual harassmentSexual harassment is an unwelcome advances, requests for favors, and/or other verbal, visual or physical conduct of a sexual nature.

In most modern legal contexts, sexual harassment is illegal. As defined by the USEEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission), "It is unlawful to harass a person (an applicant or employee) because of that persons sex.

The harasser can be :

The victim's supervisor, A supervisor in another area, A co-worker, Someone who is not an employee of the employer, such as a client or customer,Also, the harassers or victims can be either male or female,What behavior may be harassingWritten :Unwelcome suggestive, Sexually explicit or obscene letters, Notes, E-mails or invitations.Verbal:Derogatory, sexually explicit or offensice comments, apithets, slurs or jokesInappropriate comments about an individuals body Repeated unwelcome propositions Direct or subtle pressure or repeated unwelcome requests for dates,Visual:Sexually oriented gestures, display of sexually suggestive or derogatory objects, pictures, cartoons, posters or drawings.Looking a person up and down elevator eyesPhysical :Impeding or blocking movements, touching; patting or any other unnecessary or unwanted physical contactTouching an employees hair, clothing or bodyBrushing up against a person

Types of sexual harassmentAccording to theEqual Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), there are two types of sexual harassment claims:

quid pro quo hostile work environment.

An employee can claim sexual harassment under one or both sexual harassment types.

Quid pro quoQuid pro quo harassment involves expressed or implied demands for sexual favors in exchange for :

Some benefit (a promotion, pay increase, etc.) To avoid some detriment (termination, demotion, etc.)

By definition, it can be perpetrated only by someone in a position of power or authority over another (e.g., manager or supervisor over a subordinate).

Hostile environmentHostile work environment harassment is sexual or other discriminatory conduct that is so severe and pervasive that it interferes with an individuals ability to perform their job; creates an intimidating, offensive, threatening or humiliating work environment; or causes a situation where a persons psychological well-being is adversely affected.

Hostile work environment harassment can be perpetrated by anyone in the work environment including a peer, supervisor, subordinate, vendor, customer or contractor. Effects of Sexual Harassment

Being sexually harassed can devastate your psychological health, physical well-being and vocational development. Women who have been harassed often change their jobs, career goals, job assignments, educational programs or academic majors.

In addition, women have reported psychological and physical reaction to being harassed that are similar to reactions to other forms of stress. They include:Psychological ReactionsCareer-Related EffectsPsychological ReactionsDepression, anxiety, shock, Anger, fear, frustration, irritabilityInsecurity, embarrassment, feelings of being powerless,, low self-esteemGuilt, self-blame, isolation, ShamePhysiological ReactionsSleep Disturbances, nightmares

Career-Related EffectsDecreased job satisfactionLoss of job or promotionAbsenteeismWithdrawal from work or schoolChange in career goals

What Can You Do If You Are Harassed?

Many Found These Strategies Effective

Say NO to the harasser! Be direct. Write a letter to the harasser. Describe the incident and how it made you feel. State that you would like the harassment to stop. Send the letter by certified mail. Keep a copy. Keep a record of what happened and when. Include dates, times, places, names of persons involved and witnesses, and who said what to whom. Tell someone; don't keep it to yourself. By being quiet about the harassment, you don't help stop it. Chances are extremely good that you aren't the only victim of your harasser. Speaking up can be helpful in finding support and in protecting others from being victims. Find out what the procedure is at your workplace or school; If you are experiencing severe psychological distress, you may want to consult a psychologist or other mental health professional who understands the problems caused by sexual harassment.