Victimisation and Sexual Harassment
What is victimisation in the workplace and how it affects you To be a victim of sexual harassment is incredibly difficult and for some people traumatic. Unfortunately, not all employers and workplaces are responsible in their duty to protect and aid their employees. In some circumstances when an employee complains of sexual harassment a workplace […]
5 Sexual Harassment Mistakes
Mistakes and misconceptions It is important to discuss the mistakes and misconceptions of sexual harassment in order to break down harmful stereotypes. People who do not reside within statistical norms will usually feel more isolated and less likely to inform someone else of their experiences and harassment. This articles is intended to educate people in […]
Harassment by being slapped on the bottom
Sexual harassment by being slapped is disgraceful behaviour. Victim of sexual harassment does not immediately complain In the case of Taylor v August and Pemberton Pty Ltd [2023] FCA 1313, Ms Fiona Taylor claimed that she was sexually harassed by her employer, Mr Simon Grew. He was the sole Director of the store August and […]
What is Respect at Work?
Healthy and non-toxic work practices Respect at work is imperative to create healthy and non-toxic working conditions. The government agency, Respect@Work, industry professionals of sexual harassment in the workplace, label dissrespect as a precursor to sexual harassment. And to be disrespectful is to be rude, insulting, and/or bad manners to those around you. Sexual harassment […]
Are All Derogatory Comments Sexual Harassment?
Derogatory comments are always wrong Derogatory comments are typically said to be disrespectful and insult the recipient. They are not automatically assumed to be sexual in nature, as they can be targeting race or appearance with no sexual connotation. However, when there are derogatory comments regarding gender, then there is most likely overlap with comments […]