Harassment vs. Sexual Harassment: Does the difference matter?

About this episode

Emily May discusses the impacts of harassment and the importance of bystander intervention and cultural change.

Emily May is a founder, activist, and author dedicated to ending all forms of harassment. In this episode, she discusses the impacts of harassment on an individual. Emily talks about the significance of bystander intervention in creating safer environments, particularly in the workplace. She also emphasises the necessity of laws to enforce humane treatment, but also the importance of culture in shifting behaviour. We hear about the need for a holistic approach to tackling all types of harassment and promoting a culture of care and respect.

People in this episode

Guest: Emily May

Topics covered

• harassment
• sexual harassment
• bystander intervention
• workplace safety
• laws
• culture
• respect

Keywords

• harassment
• sexual harassment
• bystander intervention
• workplace
• laws
• culture
• respect

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: WHO - World Health Organization

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