A report by the Zimbabwe Union of Journalists (ZUJ) has revealed that there is a high level of sexual harassment among journalists in the country. The report released in partnership with the Norwegian Union of Journalists follows statistics released last year that pegs the monthly reported sexual abuse cases in the country at over 900 … Read more
The Pentagon faced a burgeoning scandal Friday as more pictures of naked female service members apparently shared without their consent by male colleagues have turned up on secret social media sites. General Robert Neller, the commandant of the Marine Corps, appeared embarrassed and uncertain how to deal with the problem, which first surfaced among members … Read more
Some female students of the University of Ghana, led by the Women Commission of the school’s Representative Council (SRC), are proposing that authorities of the school publish on its website and in the dailies, the full details male lecturers who sexually abuse female students. According to them, sexual harassment and misconduct on campus has become … Read more
Some female students of the University of Ghana, led by the Women Commission of the school’s Representative Council (SRC), is proposing that authorities of the school publish on its website and in the dailies, the full details male lecturers who sexually abuse female students. According to them, sexual harassment and misconduct on campus has become … Read more
Electoral Commission (EC) Chairperson, Charlotte Osei, has expressed disappointment with treatment meted out to women in the country. She disclosed on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show Wednesday that it is becoming difficult for women to climb the corporate leadership ladder without suffering some form of harassment from their male bosses. She told wife of the … Read more
Former president, John Mahama has called for more support for women as the world marks International Women’s Day. John Mahama has called on Ghanaians to commit to making the world a better place for all girls and women. Mahama posted via his Facebook page on Wednesday, March 08, 2017 that, “Let’s dedicate today to reflect … Read more
Hundreds of female employees at two well-known US jewelers are alleging that company leaders fostered a culture of discrimination and frequent sexual harassment, The Washington Post reported Monday. Employees at Kay Jewelers and Jared The Galleria of Jewelry — whose 1,500-some stores dot malls and shopping centers across the United States — say that even … Read more
Uber has hired former attorney general Eric Holder to review workplace conditions after a ex-employee alleged sexual harassment and sexism at the firm. Susan Fowler, an engineer who worked at the rideshare company until the end of last year, said in a blog post Sunday that her manager made sexual advances shortly after she joined … Read more
There is no tale that does not have another side to it. Therefore, since the issue of sexual harassment has become topical and its discussion in some quarters seems to suggest that it is only men who prey on women for sexual favours, there is the need to look at the other side of the … Read more
Uber chief executive Travis Kalanick has announced an “urgent investigation” at the ride-sharing company after a former employee wrote a blog post Sunday alleging sexual harassment and sexism at the firm. “What’s described here is abhorrent (and) against everything we believe in. Anyone who behaves this way or thinks this is OK will be fired,” … Read more
By Katrina Kalcic “Inference from sampling within Ghana’s capital points that throughout the country, women are calling on the next president to protect women from sexual harassment in the workplace and fight employment discrimination.” On December 8, 2016, Ghanaians elected Nana Akufo-Addo as their next president. Shortly before the election, my research partner—Sheba Frempong and … Read more
“Inference from sampling within Ghana’s capital points that throughout the country, women are calling on the next president to protect women from sexual harassment in the workplace and fight employment discrimination.” By Katrina Kalcic On December 8, 2016, Ghanaians elected Nana Akufo-Addo as their next president. Shortly before the election, my research partner—Sheba Frempong and … Read more
“Inference from sampling within Ghana’s capital points that throughout the country, women are calling on the next president to protect women from sexual harassment in the workplace and fight employment discrimination.” By Katrina Kalcic On December 8, 2016, Ghanaians elected Nana Akufo-Addo as their next president. Shortly before the election, my research partner—Sheba Frempong and … Read more
More than a quarter of EU residents have said that sex without consent may be justified under certain circumstances, according to a new survey commissioned by the European Commission. Overall, 27 percent of 27,818 EU citizens who participated in the survey thought forced sexual intercourse was acceptable in at least one set of circumstances. Some … Read more
Sexual harassment and even violence against female parliamentarians are widespread, a report from a global parliamentary grouping suggests. The study by the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) is being released during the group’s annual assembly in Geneva. Just 55 female MPs took part in the survey, but they represent parliaments from across the globe. Over 80% said … Read more
Sexual harassment and even violence against female parliamentarians is widespread, a report from a global parliamentary grouping suggests. The study by the Inter Parliamentary Union (IPU) is being released during the group’s annual assembly in Geneva. Just 55 female MPs took part in the survey, but they represent parliaments from across the globe. Over 80% … Read more
Taylor Swift said in a newly released deposition that she felt ”violated“ after Denver radio DJ David Mueller allegedly groped her during a June 2013 meet-and-greet. Billboard reported that a judge decided on Friday, October 21, to seal a photo from the alleged incident, but ruled that other evidence that the “Shake It Off” singer, … Read more
An estimated 1 in every 17 adults claim to have sex addiction and each year thousands seek treatment. In my humble opinion- it has become something politicians and celebrities have thrown around to make themselves less vulnerable- as opposed to what their behavior really is; exercising poor judgment and accepting blame for being a nasty … Read more
Sexual harassment, rape, defilement and incest have been on the ascendancy in recent times. Hardly a day passes without some of these heinous crimes being reported in the print media. They are all forms of sexual aggression and violate the rights of the victims affected. Here are a few examples to illustrate the point: • … Read more
Woman alleges Trump groped her exactly as described on tape Donald Trump apologized for his 2005 comments about grabbing “pussy” and kissing women on the mouth, after initially brushing them off as “locker room talk.” Many politicians and headline writers today have echoed that description, or called the tape “lewd” or “vulgar.” But at least … Read more