Unveiling the Shadows & Breaking the Silence, from Streets to the Workplace - The Battle Against Harassment
Harassment, in any form, is a violation of human dignity and should not be tolerated - Ban Ki-moon In recent years, the issue of harassment has gained significant attention globally, with Pakistan being no exception. Harassment, whether it occurs in the workplace, educational institutions, public spaces, or online platforms, can have detrimental effects on individuals and communities. Recognizing the gravity of the issue, Pakistan has taken steps to address harassment through legislative measures and the implementation of anti-harassment mechanisms. This article aims to shed light on the various types of harassment prevalent in Pakistan and the existing legal frameworks and mechanisms in place to combat it. For everyone, it is important to understand simple definition of the term ‘ Harassment , in Pakistan, “Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace Act, 2010” defines harassment as: Any unwelcome sexual advance, request for sexual favors, stalking or cyber stalking or oth