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unwanted sexual attention or advances

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Sexual harassment is unwanted sexual attention or advances directed at someone, typically in settings like the workplace or school. It matters because it can make people feel unsafe, uncomfortable, or unable to perform their duties, and it's increasingly recognized as a serious problem that organizations and society need to address.

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Acted depiction of a man making an unwelcome sexual advance on a woman by putting his hand on her thigh

Sexual harassment is a type of harassment based on gender or sex. It encompasses a spectrum of behavior including sexual coercion, unwanted sexual attention, and sexist acts. Although some types of sexual harassment seem to be motivated by sexual desire, they are more often committed to hurt women or punish people for violating gender norms. Popular understanding of sexual harassment primarily focuses on sexual coercion and unwanted sexual advances, which are less common than other types of harassment. All types of sexual harassment can harm a victim's physical and mental health and affect their personal and professional lives.

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