Are you obligated to report sexual harassment at work?

But if supervisors were aware, what should have been done? What obligation do employees have to report sexual harassment in the workplace? There is no federal law that requires victims, confidants or witnesses to report instances of harassment on the job. That doesn’t mean they shouldn’t, of course. Supervisors are another matter.

I wanted to share this article because there are so many powerful men in the industry who have gotten away with sexual misconduct in their workplace. It is not only disgusting, but sad. I also wasnted to share this because on the news reporters talk about the companies rehiring the ladies who were harassed. I know I would feel digusted and would personally not want to go back. So my question for the class is would you go back to a place where you experienced harassment? What if it happens again? Would you feel guilty.

All these men are suspended or fired; however, it keeps happening. The article is titled “Are you obligated to report sexual harassment at work?” My answer is yes you are. But I wonder how many people do? Does it make you a coward if you hear or witness someone else experiencing the harassment, yet you keep quiet? These were just questions that ran through my mind while researching and constantly hearing in media about these big names who are being called out on their behaviors. Feel Free to comment 🙂