Sexual Harassment

Sexual Harassment
Sexual harassment takes place in a variety of settings and affects various people
in different ways. Sexual harassment remains a huge troublingly unaddressed problem
in every sector of the business, despite decades of activities, advocates, and attention.
Everyone can be a victim or a suspect, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or age. As I've
noticed, some victims of sexual harassment are unwilling to speak up because they
have been intimidated or are simply terrified. To be honest, I've noticed that if the
reality doesn't match the story, it's hushed up, and the victim will be punished for
telling the truth in this situation. Women are more likely to be sexual harassment
victims than men exactly because they lack power; they are vulnerable and more
prone to suffer in silence because they cannot confront the truth. To comprehend why
women are subjected to the vast majority of sexual harassment, it is necessary to
examine some of the underlying roots of this issue. According to the data I gathered,
81% of women and 43% of males in the United States have experienced sexual
harassment and/or assault at some point in their lives.
You can obviously see that sexual harassment is taking place isn't just about women;
it's also about guys. People are increasingly using technology, notified of the majority
of the accidents and events that occurred social media was also
used to perpetrate sexual harassment. It is clear that the level of harassment has
increased. Because of the culture, the number of cases is increasing. "I will penalize
the victim, not the assailant," says the judge. The girl’s right organization
international made a global survey with over 14,000 girls aged 15 to 24 in 31
countries. 500 girls and young women in the Philippines participated in the survey.
The findings shows us that 68% young girls and woman experienced online sexual
harassment on social media. If you think of our situation right now, it is majority vote
that young men and woman are mostly facing online harassment than street
harassment. Eight out of 10, or 79%, said that they or other girls they know have
received threats of sexual violence on social media. Further, majority (67%) of the
Filipino girls and young women surveyed said that they were harassed
by people they are familiar with.
Where can sexual harassment occur?
Sexual harassment can occur anytime, anywhere. It can be in the work place,
learning environment or your own house. There many forms of sexual harassment
you should look. First, the physical harassment. Example is malicious touching. If
someone touches you and it seems like you didn’t gave them permission, it’s sexual
harassment. Second, verbal harassment. It means if someone ask or request a sexual
favor and you feel uncomfortable, you can speak up and say no immediately because
that is consider as sexual harassment. Third and last, when using notes, objects,
graphics to sexually harassed you, report it now.
Sexual harassment in the workplace is unfortunate and should never take place but
in a scheme that it does occur never blame self even when you report it and no one
takes proper protocol to protect your safety. Keeping silenced out of fear should never
be an option. Speak out let your voice be heard by any means necessary until you
receive results. If this case will not be prioritize, it can lead the victim to depression
and depression can lead us to suicide.
Sexual harassment is considered as a abuse or assault. According to Republic act

7877, a person who violates the provision of the act shall upon conviction be
penalized by imprisonment of not less than 1 month nor more than 6 months.
However, a person showing or posting sexual harassment to a victim can also be
considered as cyber bullying. There is also another law for sexual harassment, and it’s
called Republic Act. No. 11313, otherwise known as the “Safe Spaces Act” and it
is effective since August 03, 2019.
The significant provisions of this law are as follows:

1. “Catcalling” or unwanted remarks that a person can do, and it called wolf-whistling
to disrespect a woman, man, a member of LGBTQ is now consider a crime and can be
punishable by law.
2. . Calling a person “gay” or “lesbian” in a derogatory manner. Disrespecting privacy
of a person, masturbation in public, persistent request for mobile number and such can
hold a person liable for penalties ranging from a Fine of Php1,000-Php100,000 to as
much as six (6) months imprisonment for repeated violation.
3. Using social media or online platforms to harass someone is consider as verbal
sexual harassment. This includes cyber stalking and incessant messaging, uploading
and sharing of messages, photos, voice or videos with sexual content, and
impersonating the identity of another or posting lies about another to harm their
reputation can hold a person liable to imprisonment of as much as four (4) years and
two (2) months or a fine of Php100,000-500,000 or both.
4. “Stalking” is now a crime. It can make a person uncomfortable, and it is also
invading someone’s privacy and personals space. It can cause trauma to the victim..
5.In the workplace, this law is in effect. Employees of same rank, a subordinate to a
superior, a pupil to a teacher, and a trainee to a trainer are all possible perpetrators.
This law does not discriminate in any way! Companies are required to provide
measures to avoid gender-based sexual harassment in the workplace, and the
DOLE/CSC is required to undertake yearly spontaneous inspections to check that
employers are complying with their legal requirements.
6. In schools, this law is in effect. Every school must create and publish grievance
processes to make it easier for students and faculty to file concerns. Even if the victim
does not wish to submit a complaint, the school is required to examine a probable act
of gender-based sexual harassment and to take urgent steps to eradicate the same
actions, prevent their recurrence, and treat their repercussions. Non-action on the part
of school administrators may be held accountable.
7. Public roadways, parks, schools, malls, pubs, and public utility vehicles, such as
GRAB cars, are all examples of "public spaces.".
Even if there is a rule against sexual harassment, it should not be seen as normal! It
may take months, if not years, to achieve serenity by blaming yourself for the
wrongdoings, carelessness, and unprofessionalism of others at work. It has the
potential to affect your emotions, mental health, and even your physical health. Anger
difficulties, fear, humiliation, embarrassment, impotence, and loss of control are all
emotional side effects that can contribute to depression. It can cause anxiety, panic
attacks, a loss of desire, and difficulties concentrating mentally. Finally, it can cause
bodily symptoms such as increased stress, headaches, exhaustion, sleep deprivation,
and food disorders.
What can you do when you witnessed someone being harassed?
First, you can distract them. Never ask directly to them because it can cause panic
attacks and it can triggered them. Second, ask nicely. Ask them to tell you the
situation for you to help them. You need to be patience. Third, if they spoke up, refer
to the authority immediately to take legal actions to the assailant. It is the safest way
to do. Lastly, enlist others. It is hard to overcome by yourself, so it may be a good
idea to enlist the help of a friend or get a therapist.
No one should ever feel like a victim getting mistreated, bullied, sexually harassed
and discriminated against by anyone. Never be ashamed to report sexual harassment
feeling as if no one will believe you and ignore the situation. If no one fight for you
justice, fight for yourself. If you act as if this horrific crime never happened and stay
silence, the predator will continue to prey on your act of fear.
Learn to say NO. You’re not alone.

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Sexual harassment is considered as a abuse or assault. According to Republic act

The significant provisions of this law are as follows:

Learn to say NO. You’re not alone.

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