https://padlet.com/bubbleyummie/2dkzfy2r2z2i What to do if you've been sexually harassed en-us 2019-02-25 19:41:23 UTC 2021-07-11 08:55:21 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Condos.png bubbleyummie https://padlet.com/bubbleyummie/2dkzfy2r2z2i/wish/336194165 Hi Demi! As your supervisor I would like to reach out and talk to you about the incident you mentioned earlier. Would you like to explain in further detail as to what happened? ]]> 2019-02-27 23:23:21 UTC https://padlet.com/bubbleyummie/2dkzfy2r2z2i/wish/336194165 demi_whitland https://padlet.com/bubbleyummie/2dkzfy2r2z2i/wish/336196616 Hi Mrs. Larsen. I'm not exactly sure how to describe what happened with my co-worker, Scott. I think the closest word I can think of would be "sexual harassment". Could you define what we consider to be sexual harassment and maybe I can identify exactly what took place in my encounter? ]]> 2019-02-27 23:35:26 UTC https://padlet.com/bubbleyummie/2dkzfy2r2z2i/wish/336196616 bubbleyummie https://padlet.com/bubbleyummie/2dkzfy2r2z2i/wish/336198133 Sexual harassment can be defined as sexual advancements or suggestive behavior made towards an individual who did not invite it or welcome the behavior. This can take place in both verbal or physical ways and is typically done by a person of authority, directed towards a subordinate. Does this sound like your encounter with Scott? ]]> 2019-02-27 23:43:23 UTC https://padlet.com/bubbleyummie/2dkzfy2r2z2i/wish/336198133 demi_whitland https://padlet.com/bubbleyummie/2dkzfy2r2z2i/wish/336201214 Yes, this does sound like the experience I had, especially because Scott is my manager. An example of one of the ways he has harassed me recently, was when we were in the break room and as I walked past he whistled at me, as if to suggest that he found me attractive. This made me uncomfortable and is now causing a hostile work environment. What do you suggest I do? ]]> 2019-02-27 23:58:10 UTC https://padlet.com/bubbleyummie/2dkzfy2r2z2i/wish/336201214 bubbleyummie https://padlet.com/bubbleyummie/2dkzfy2r2z2i/wish/336208336 I am very sorry this happened to you, Demi. You did the right thing coming forward. Before filing with HR, lets talk about the possible ways we could resolve this conflict with Scott, using communication. I would suggest 3 ways to resolve this. First, use non-verbal communication to show him you do not approve of his behavior (ex: do not be alone in a room with him). Second, verbalize to Scott that he is making you uncomfortable and you are going to place a complaint with HR. Third, be as specific as possible when speaking about the issue to avoid any misunderstandings. I do not recommend the following: becoming physically aggressive towards Scott, becoming verbally aggressive/using profanities, and not addressing the issue or preventing it from being resolved. You have already addressed this encounter with me, therefore, are stepping in the right direction. ]]> 2019-02-28 00:31:31 UTC https://padlet.com/bubbleyummie/2dkzfy2r2z2i/wish/336208336 bubbleyummie https://padlet.com/bubbleyummie/2dkzfy2r2z2i/wish/336212517 Here are some steps you can take to resolve this conflict: 1. Seek help from supervisor (check), 2.. Speak with Scott yourself and tell him how his actions have made you feel 3. Allow supervisor to be advocate by speaking w/Scott,  4. notify Scott that if he persists, there will be a formal grievance filed with HR, 5. Go to HR and file a formal grievance. 

]]> 2019-02-28 00:49:41 UTC https://padlet.com/bubbleyummie/2dkzfy2r2z2i/wish/336212517 demi_whitland https://padlet.com/bubbleyummie/2dkzfy2r2z2i/wish/336214956 Thank you, Mrs Larsen. This has been helpful and I am glad I came forward seeking to resolve this conflict. I have made my decision on what I would like to do, thanks to your counsel and advice. Thanks, -Demi 

]]> 2019-02-28 01:02:19 UTC https://padlet.com/bubbleyummie/2dkzfy2r2z2i/wish/336214956 bubbleyummie https://padlet.com/bubbleyummie/2dkzfy2r2z2i/wish/336215444 You are very welcome. I will be here for you every step of the way to ensure that this doesn't happen again and that the issue gets fully resolved. Thank you for having the courage to let me know, we want our work environment to be a safe and comfortable place for all of our employees. -Sheree Larsen]]> 2019-02-28 01:04:40 UTC https://padlet.com/bubbleyummie/2dkzfy2r2z2i/wish/336215444