New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo faces an investigation over an alleged pattern of sexually harassing and intimidating women employees.
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Men accused of sexual harassment, including New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, often refer to their accomplishments in their responses. Their power is their defense, and it blinds them to their victims' suffering.
Thousands of teenagers have spoken up about sexual violence and harassment in secondary education on the Everyone's Invited site.
Toxic workplaces and abusive bosses can make our lives miserable and seriously erode our physical and mental well-being. As we return to the office following the COVID-19 pandemic, time may be up for bad bosses.
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Can everyday women expect men to dramatically revise their sexist attitudes like the men surrounding the chess whiz in 'The Queen's Gambit'? The MeToo utopia answers: Why shouldn’t they?
Cuomo deflected responsibility during his public apology.
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Cuomo used language that people forced to apologize often deploy to avoid taking responsibility and show genuine contrition. An expert on public apologies suggests three don'ts and a do.
Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young leaves the Federal Court in May, 2019.
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In 1886, a Victorian judge deplored the disregard given to women's rights in cases of sexual slander. Today, women are still fighting to protect their reputations and tell their stories.
In the wake of high-profile allegations of sexual assault, it is important people know there are informal avenues for survivors to report their stories.
New Zealand artist Lorde (performing here in Germany) is one of several signatories to an open letter to industry leaders about stopping sexual abuse and discrimination.
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Musical and vocational training must move beyond making students ready for work — they must also be empowered to deal with an industry overdue for reform.
A demonstrator chants slogans as activists stage a protest in central Istanbul to denounce violence against women in Turkey on Nov. 25, 2020.
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An ex-minister named John Lyford arrived at the nascent colony hoping for a fresh start. But he couldn't escape his past.
Jennifer Aniston and Steve Carell are both nominated for 2020 Emmy awards in their respective roles as Alex Levy and Mitch Kessler in Apple TV+‘s 'The Morning Show.’
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In depicting both the complex and ugly truths of work and personal relationships, 'The Morning Show' reveals why so much abuse has been tolerated and concealed.
A Nigerian newspaper stand. A survey found sexism rife in newsrooms in several countries.
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An investigation commissioned by the High Court has found former judge Dyson Heydon sexually harassed six young female associates who worked for him when he was on the court.
Protesters attended Harvey Weinstein’s first day of trial.
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Harvey Weinstein's conviction isn't the norm for perpetrators of sexual violence.
Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein (centre) has been convicted of rape in the third degree and a criminal sex act in the first degree.
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