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What is sexual harassment?


Sexual harassment can take many forms, including:

  • Unwanted physical contact like touching and grabbing
  • Rude jokes or suggestive remarks
  • Leering or inappropriate staring
  • Cat calls, embarrassing whistles or similar sounds
  • Insulting remarks about sexual orientation
  • Names written on walls or desks ("For a good time, call …")
  • Displays of sexually offensive pictures, pornography or graffiti
  • Using the word “girl” or “woman” as a put-down (for example, “you run like a girl”)
  • Stalking

Sexual harassment is not:

  • A hug between friends
  • Mutual flirtation that feels good for both people
  • Sincere compliments

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