S.T.A.R.T. | Support on sexual harassment at work
Did you know that 85% of women in Greece have experienced some form of sexual harassment in the workplace, and that 40% of individuals are unaware of the procedures in place for protection?
Aiming to recognize, prevent, and address sexual harassment in the workplace, we are implementing the S.T.A.R.T. project – a comprehensive plan that supports survivors and witnesses, while also empowering legal professionals to address, recognize, and tackle incidents of sexual harassment with sensitivity and effectiveness.
As part of the project, we offer free Legal Counseling – safely and confidentially – to anyone who has experienced sexual harassment at work or has witnessed such incidents, regardless of gender, age, nationality, or professional sector. We address the needs of employees in both the public and private sectors, as well as self-employed individuals or those currently in the hiring process.
According to the law, “sexual harassment is any unwanted verbal, nonverbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature with the purpose or effect of violating the dignity of a person, especially if it creates an intimidating, hostile, degrading, humiliating or offensive environment”. Sexual harassment is not limited to physical acts – it can also be verbal (written or spoken), non-verbal, or digital/electronic, with serious mental, physical, and professional consequences to the well-being of both survivors and witnesses.”
Legal Counseling
If you have experienced sexual harassment at work and you are a woman over 18 years old, no matter where you live in Greece, the Legal Counseling service is here for you, whenever you decide to reach out. We will listen to you, discuss your situation, and collaboratively plan the next steps to protect and uphold your rights. Whether you have a stable job or not, work without a contract, or are concerned about a single incident that happened during an interview, meeting, or business trip, talk to us! Through remote sessions lasting up to a total of 3 hours, WHEN’s specialized lawyers will advise you on your options and possible actions. If needed, we can also take on mediation or represent your case before the courts.
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