WORKPLACE
WIDESPREAD HARASSMENT AND VIOLENCE AT WORKPLACE: STUDY
Published By Livemint
| 06 Dec, 2022
New study shows workplace harassment and violence are widespread worldwide
It was more prevalent among young people, migrants, and wage earners, particularly women
22.8%, or 743 million people, have experienced some form of harassment or violence
Almost one-third of victims reported being subjected to more than one forms of violence and harassment
6.3 percent had encountered physical, psychological, and sexual violence and harassment while working
More than 60% of victims said it has happened to them multiple times
The survey was based on telephonic interviews with 74,364 workers across 121 countries