How to prevent Sexual Assault
As you know , Sexual assault is about power and control. but not sexual desire.
The ultimate responsibility to prevent sexual assault is covered by the law. this action could happen from :
- Employers
- Housing providers
- Educators
- Other responsible parties
From a human rights perspective, it is not acceptable to choose to stay unaware of sexual assault.
Organizations operating in Ontario have a legal duty to take steps to prevent and respond to breaches of the law, such as :
- Sexual harassment
- Employers
- Housing providers
- Educators
other responsible parties should be sure that they maintain poison-free environments. environments that would respect to the people and also human rights.
There is an obvious human rights duty not to disregard or further a discriminatory act that has already happened.
This duty extends to people who are not the main actors. but in fact are drawn into a discriminatory situation through contractual relations or in other ways.
It all depends on the circumstances.
Human Rights
Decision-Makers about human rights often find organizations liable.
also assess damages, based on the organization’s failure to respond appropriately to address discrimination and assault. An organization may respond to complaints about the assault.
An organization has a legal duty to respond to a sexual assault. it may also be found liable for not doing so. even where the complaint is ultimately not made out.
There are Some things to consider for deciding whether an organization has met its duty to respond to a human rights. such as :
- Seriousness of the complaint
- Available resources
- Whether the organization provided a healthy environment for the person
- The promptness of the organization’s response
The OHRC provides more information to help organizations. it helps them to meet their human rights obligations. also to take proactive steps to make sure their environments are free from discrimination and assault.
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