Verbal Sexual Violence by paadmin 2024-09-04 718 Verbal Sexual Violence Making sexual comments or jokes, insulting or mocking someone’s gender or body, or sending unwanted and offensive messages are all forms of sexual violence and can be considered sexual harassment. Home / Sexual Violence/Verbal Sexual Violence Here are some examples to help you understand more about Verbal Sexual Violence Making comments about someone’s body Insulting or mocking someone’s gender Asking about someone’s sexual experiences, even if they don’t want to share How to Handle Sexual Harassment If you encounter this type of sexual harassment, you can: Clearly express your feelings to the person, letting them know that their behavior offends you and asking them to stop. Share the incident with someone who can offer emotional support or someone you trust. If this happens at work or school, you can: Record the date, location, time, feelings, witnesses, and details of the incident. Seek help and guidance from trusted individuals or organizations. Report the incident to your company, organization, or school management, or file a complaint directly with the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC). Complaints must be filed within 12 months of the incident. After filing a complaint, there will be mediation, investigation, and settlement procedures. If a settlement cannot be reached, you can file a civil lawsuit for compensation. This must be done within 24 months of the incident, and the case will be decided by the court. Source: Equal Opportunities Commission and Association Concerning Sexual Violence Against Women Share Select Topic Sending Private Photos to a Partner—Am I to... Consensus How to Handle Sexual Violence