Constructive responses to sexual harassment in the workplace |
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Authors: | Merle Waxman |
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Institution: | (1) Office for Women in Medicine, 06510 New Haven, Connecticut |
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Abstract: | Sexual harassment is a significant problem in the workplace, including the union work environment. A repertoire of positive
responses can be called upon to deal with sexual harassment: (1) Complainants can be empowered to become agents of action
and to respond effectively, orally or in writing, to sexual harassment. (2) Shuttle diplomacy utilizing a neutral third party
can be effective in both stopping harassment and fostering communication between grievant and harasser. (3) Mediation by a
neutral third party can provide immediate communication and restoration of a constructive workplace atmosphere. (4) Generic
solutions (workshops, seminars, etc.) focus on the problem or on a generalized approach to improve the workplace setting rather
than the individual. (5) Establishment of sexual harassment policies or a policy of well-being of staff can establish a supportive
institutional framework. (6) As an extension of its sexual harassment or well-being policies, management can convene workshops,
seminars, etc. to educate all its constituents. (7) In many organizations, appointment of an Ombudsperson has provided an
effective mechanism for dealing with harassment. This ensemble of options can be utilized prior to loding a formal grievance.
In many instances, these maneuvers can effectively deal with sexual harassment. |
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Keywords: | grievance management sexual harassment union |
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