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What can you do?
If you feel that you may be experiencing sexual harassment:
- Don't blame yourself. You have not asked for this attention.
- Get personal support. Don't let feelings of self-doubt or confusion stop you from seeking help or speaking out. Consider talking to any of the resources listed under Who can help?
- Act quickly. The behavior will not go away. Often the behavior escalates rather than diminishes. Also, some options for remedy expire after thirty days.
- Keep a record. Note dates, places, times and witnesses, as well as the nature of the harassment.
- Consider writing a letter to the person who's harassed or offended you.
- Learn your rights and resources. Call any of the resources listed under Who can help?
- Consider making a report of sexual harassment.
If you are concerned about being accused of sexual harassment:
- Examine your own behavior: Could it be interpreted as sexual harassment, even if that's not your intent?
- Ask yourself how you would feel if someone acted this way toward your significant other, son or daughter.
- Learn your rights and resources. Call any of the resources listed under Who can help? for assistance.