Since women joined the workforce they have been subjected to sexual harassment. The power imbalance allowed and often condoned that behavior creating a toxic work environment that was, in many cases traumatic, career ending for the victims. “Sexual harassment and violence is less about sex and more about abuse of power. There are the Harvey […]
Read MoreAm I being sexually harassed?
What is the definition of sexual harassment? Many women do not recognize an unwelcome behavior as sexual harassment, and think it won’t happen again, yet if no one says anything the violence escalates. There is the pressure to belong, to be part of the group. The ‘its just a joke’ lacks in accountability and is […]
Read MoreThe Phoenix, rising out of the ashes of sexual assault and harassment!
“In Greek mythology, a phoenix (Ancient Greek: φοῖνιξ phoînix; Latin: phoenix, phœnix, fenix) is a long-lived bird that is cyclically regenerated or born again. Associated with the Sun, a phoenix obtains new life by arising from the ashes of its predecessor. According to some sources, the phoenix dies in a show of flames and combustion, although there are other sources that claim that the legendary bird dies and […]
Read MoreGovernment consultation hears women in workplace under-report harassment for fear of retaliation
Been there! Yes the fear of retribution is a reality! Finally the conversation on sexual harassment is becoming more prevalent in society with the #metoo , the RCMP class action lawsuit, the Weinstein cases, Kevin Spacey ,the British Cabinet Minister, and as victims are speaking out to the serious devastating impact of sexual harassment. Effective […]
Read MoreWho is protecting the protectors?
These allegations of sexual harassment in the Edmonton Prison and the retribution to victims puts the victims at risk. “Two major investigations are underway and several employees have been suspended after what the federal corrections service calls “very serious” allegations of harassment, intimidation and inappropriate employee conduct by staff at Edmonton’s maximum-security prison. Meanwhile, CBC […]
Read MoreChoices, choices yes you can!
Motivational Monday and patterns of behaviour. Choices, choices we all have choices. When was the last time you were happy? At home? At work? What is happening in your life that is not working? Do you feel like you are on that treadmill of misery where results stay the same? Do you recognize the same old, same old type of […]
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