workplace harassment

Owner Dan Snyder speaks during the announcement of the Washington Football Team's name change to the Washington Commanders at FedExField on February 2, 2022 in Landover, Maryland.

Sports

Ex-Washington football employee brings new harassment claim against owner Dan Snyder

1:24pm February 03, 2022

by Andrea Hsu

A day after the Washington Football Team unveiled its new name, former employees appeared on Capitol Hill to share stories of workplace harassment, including a new allegation against Snyder himself.

Bhanwari Devi worked for her local municipality in rural Rajasthan, northern India, when she says she was gang-raped in 1992 by higher-caste men in the area, allegedly because they disapproved of her campaign to end child marriage. Her case went all the w

World News

'They Deserve Justice': Mother Of India's #MeToo Speaks Out

9:22am October 24, 2018

by Lauren Frayer

Women across India have recently been going public about sexual assault and harassment. Many say they draw strength from the struggle of one woman: Bhanwari Devi.

Can a sexual assault increase your risk of high blood pressure, even years later? Recent research suggests yes.

Sexual Assault And Harassment May Have Lasting Health Repercussions For Women

3:01pm October 03, 2018

by Mara Gordon

In a small study of middle-aged women, a history of sexual assault and workplace harassment was linked to health problems like hypertension, sleeplessness and depression.

Victims of sexual harassment, sexual assault, sexual abuse and their supporters protest during a #MeToo march in Hollywood, Calif., on Nov. 12.

National

Sexual Harassment Cases Often Rejected By Courts

8:19am November 28, 2017

by Yuki Noguchi

Allegations of sexual harassment often sound like they would make a good lawsuit, but many such cases are quickly dismissed. The law sets a high bar for what constitutes sexual harassment.

Queue Listen Now

Fox News has been the focus of sexual harassment claims that resulted in the ouster of former CEO Roger Ailes and host Bill O'Reilly.

National

Fox News Turmoil Highlights Workplace Culture's Role In Sexual Harassment

7:00pm April 19, 2017

by Yuki Noguchi

Fox News is among many workplaces dealing with sexual harassment issues. Experts say changing the culture at work requires training, establishing reporting mechanisms, and consistent enforcement.

Queue Listen Now

The frequency of workplace sexual assault is hard to accurately quantify. Rape prevention advocates say the prevalence varies by industry; low-wage workers are especially at risk.

National

Workplace Sexual Harassment: A Threat To Victims, A Quandary For Bystanders

7:57am October 15, 2016

by Yuki Noguchi

Allegations about Donald Trump's behavior toward women have revived a debate over sexual assault and harassment in the workplace. The problem persists — but those who witness it can help. Here's how.