12/11/2025
🚨 Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: Myths & Truths
Sexual harassment doesn’t only happen “somewhere else.” It can happen in any workplace, to anyone. Understanding reality is the first step toward prevention and protection. 👇
❌ Myth: “It’s only harassment if it’s physical.”
✅ Truth: Harassment includes verbal comments, gestures, messages, emails, suggestive jokes, unwanted flirting, and hostile environments.
❌ Myth: “If they didn’t say no, they accepted it.”
✅ Truth: Silence is not consent. Power dynamics, fear, or shock often prevent immediate reaction.
❌Myth: “It’s just harmless fun.”
✅ Truth: What feels like “fun” to one person can be humiliating or threatening to another. Intent does not erase impact.
❌ Myth: “Reporting it will ruin your career.”
✅ Truth: Retaliation is illegal. Your workplace is obligated to protect you not punish you.
❌ Myth: “Men don’t get harassed.”
✅ Truth: Anyone can be a victim regardless of gender, age, or position.
🧠 Remember:
✅ Harassment is about power, not desire.
✅ A healthy workplace is safe, respectful, and inclusive.
✅ Speaking up creates change.
💬 Have you ever witnessed an uncomfortable moment at work? What can we do to support safer environments?