Any unwanted sexual behavior –in form of comments, requests, or physical touch that makes someone feel uncomfortable in a work environment is considered sexual harassment. Sexual harassment is a serious unlawful matter. What may be inoffensive to one person may very well be sexual harassment to another person.

The In Focus: Sexual Harassment pamphlet clearly draws out and defines sexual harassment. The reader will learn all aspects of sexual harassment including in what forms sexual harassment occurs, the law and sexual harassment, what to do when being sexually harassed, how to file with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, what to do when your child is being sexually harassed, and what to do if you are being accused of sexual harassment.

Whether physical or verbal, actions that focus attention on a worker’s gender rather than on his or her professional qualifications are instances of sexual harassment. Sexual harassment like harassment based on age, race, nationality, or disability, violates federal law and the laws of most U.S. states. Therefore, by law, schools and the workplace are required to protect constituents from sexual harassment. This In Focus pamphlet is an excellent tool to use to protect and educate your constituents of your association when concerning sexual harassment.