Employees often recognize workplace harassment but choose not to report it. New research explores the social dynamics behind that silence and what can change it.
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Consistency is a good – even when it comes to bad leadership.
The recent allegations of sexual assault against Frank Stronach once again draw attention to the pervasive harassment women face in the workplace.
In response to threats, we learn to avoid challenge and comply with external rules (instead of wondering how systems can be improved). We protect our feelings and restrict our thoughts to what’s safe.
The complainants say CSIS’s internal complaint procedure is deficient, leaving people who complain open to reprisals without access to outside assistance.
Studies reveal women’s research receives tougher assessment, less funding, fewer prizes and less citation than men’s.
To develop meaningful solutions, sexual harassment needs to be seen as an organizational issue and not just an interpersonal one.
Our research with 124 Australian hospitality staff found women bar workers were routinely seen as ‘better suited’ to manage the threat of violence - which is both risky and exploitative.
Three former dancers have taken legal action against Lizzo, levelling allegations of sexual harassment and the creation of a hostile work environment.
Barbara Lynch’s alleged bullying of her employees is only the latest in a string of high-profile chef scandals. Two scholars explore how this behavior became normalized in kitchens across the US.
About 1 in 7 workers say their managers are abusive, whether it involves ridicule or a failure to provide credit when it’s due.
The former R&B star faces the possibility of life in prison after being found guilty of racketeering and sex trafficking. The trial exposed the role of enablers within his inner circle, too.
Toxic and hyper-masculine workplaces are linked with a variety of health issues including anxiety, depression, burnout, hair loss, insomnia, and headaches.
Could the resignation of Canada’s governor general represent a watershed moment for workers’ rights?
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University Diversity and Social Transformation Professor of Psychology, Women's & Gender Studies, and Management & Organizations, University of Michigan
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Assistant Professor, Beedie School of Business, Simon Fraser University
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Assistant Professor of Sociology, University of New Mexico
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Associate Professor in Sociology, University of Newcastle
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Associate Professor, Organizational Behaviour, Athabasca University
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Professor and Ken Croft Chair in Management, Haskayne School of Business, University of Calgary
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Honorary Professor, Archaeology, The University of Queensland