Sexual Harassment: A Problem for 1 in 3 Women

Thirty-five percent of women say they have been sexually harassed at work, according to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably.

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Minorities are more affected

African Americans report the highest rates of having been sexually harassed at work (31%), followed next by Hispanic/Latino respondents (28%). The lowest rates were among Asian/Pacific Islanders (18%). Note: The numbers include both women and men.

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Biggest target: people in administrative roles 

Thirty-three percent of workers in administrative roles say they have suffered sexual harassment, the highest of any department. Note: The numbers include both women and men.

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Age matters

Workers 18 to 25 had the highest rates of saying they’ve been subject to sexual harassment. The rate declines from there, hitting a low of 22% among 46 to 50-year-olds. Note: The numbers include both women and men.

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Figures are as of March 6.

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