Document Type

Article

Journal/Book Title/Conference

Utah Women Stats Research Snapshot

Volume

53

Publisher

Utah Women & Leadership Project

Publication Date

6-18-2024

First Page

1

Last Page

5

Abstract

The term sexual harassment was introduced in April 1975 by Lin Farley; the phrase was revolutionary because in two words it gave a name to the experience women had been facing in the workplace when they endured the unwanted sexual advances of male coworkers.1 The term helped usher in a new era in which women could resist such behaviors.2 Sexual harassment has been illegal in the US for decades,3 and although there has been increased attention to the problem since 1970, including moments surrounding the Anita Hill hearing in 1991 and the #MeToo movement of 2017,4 the problem continues. All too often it exists in organizations as an issue many do not want to think or talk about. However, it is critical that Utahns work to understand and reduce instances of sexual harassment for the benefit of individuals, institutions, and the entire state.

This research snapshot focuses on four areas:

  1. Provides comprehensive definitions of sexual harassment and data regarding its prevalence in both the US and Utah,
  2. Analyzes specific factors surrounding sexual harassment, including situations in which harassment is more likely to occur,
  3. Summarizes the costs of sexual harassment, and
  4. Lists resources and recommendations to combat workplace sexual harassment.

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