Make Disclosure of Substantiated Workplace Sexual Harassment a Legal Requirement

Background

Make it a legal requirement for employers across all sectors to disclose substantiated findings of workplace sexual harassment in employment references, including when someone resigns before an investigation concludes, with safeguards for fairness and accuracy.

Additional details

Workplace sexual harassment can have lasting effects on victims. Currently, relevant misconduct may not be disclosed when someone moves to a new job. A legal requirement for employers to disclose substantiated findings, including when someone resigns during an investigation, could help future employers make informed decisions, improve accountability and protect workers. Fair investigations and safeguards against unproven allegations must be ensured

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