Many nurses experience sexual comments, touching and intimidation at work. Too often, they are expected to cope quietly.
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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.
Opera singer, producer and librettist Caitlin Vincent explores big questions about her art form in Opera Wars – a lively book bristling with ideas.
From needing tougher penalties to stopping non-disclosure agreements silencing people, a new report shows Australia is falling behind on protecting workers.
Witnesses to workplace mistreatment respond with both schadenfreude and empathy, an analysis of 158 studies found.
Our research on school students’ sexist behaviour towards teachers shows some school leaders, colleagues and parents are downplaying harassment and abuse.
Many participants who are offered support do not take it up.
The recent allegations of sexual assault against Frank Stronach once again draw attention to the pervasive harassment women face in the workplace.
‘Tis the season for office Christmas parties – here’s how to hold a successful, inclusive event.
To develop meaningful solutions, sexual harassment needs to be seen as an organizational issue and not just an interpersonal one.
Casual and gig workers make up a big part of the workforce and the federal government is taking steps to provide them with greater protections.
It’s clear the current workplace health and safety framework isn’t stopping people from getting bullied. It’s time to treat bullying as a public health issue and address the problem more effectively.
A recent report reveals 72% of women stationed in Antarctica have experienced sexual harassment. This is a shockingly high number – but change is possible.
The incident at St. Xavier’s University in Kolkata amounts to gendered harassment.
Many employers are encouraging staff to return to workplaces after two years of working from home. For some, this means returning to racist work environments.
Sexual harassment and discrimination in gaming and tech are not inevitable or permanent, write experts in the field. The solutions are positive community standards and women in power.
Research in universities and businesses experiencing persistent sexual harassment shows non-disclosure agreements can have negative effects on workers and their organizations.
The gaming industry is plagued by accusations of discrimination and harassment. Companies must realize that a commitment to equity and diversity on paper is worthless without real action and change.
As politicians and experts meet to talk about how to make workplaces and homes safer for women, we also need to look at the bigger picture.
The scandals show just how much has changed since the movement burst onto the national scene four years ago.
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