The ILO Convention 190, a turn of the tide or drop in the ocean for the fight against sexual harassment in the workplace? A comparative analysis South Africa / United Kingdom
Sexual harassment in workplaces worldwide persists despite legal measures aimed at addressing it. The adoption of ILO Convention 190 (C190) marked a significant step in combating this issue, but its effectiveness depends on how states implement its provisions. This study assesses the impact of C190...
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Revue de droit comparé du travail et de la sécurité sociale
2024
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| Online dostop: | Accès Université d'Orléans et IFPM Accès Université d'Orléans et IFPM |
| Izvleček: | Sexual harassment in workplaces worldwide persists despite legal measures aimed at addressing it. The adoption of ILO Convention 190 (C190) marked a significant step in combating this issue, but its effectiveness depends on how states implement its provisions. This study assesses the impact of C190 on sexual harassment in South Africa (SA) and the United Kingdom (UK). SA and the UK were selected for their common law systems and timely ratification of C190, allowing for comparable assessments after 22 months (SA) and 18 months (UK). While C190 positively influenced legislative discourse in both countries, it fell short of significantly strengthening sexual harassment protections, reflecting a disconnect between intent and implementation. Nonetheless, C190 holds promise as a platform for workers’ unions to advocate for enhanced access to protections against sexual harassment. |
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