Examples include counseling on performance, military appearance, normal social interaction, polite compliments, and friendly conversation. No individual may take or condone reprisals against a person who provides information on an incident of alleged sexual harassment. A reprisal is the wrongful threatening or taking of either unfavorable action against another, or withholding favorable action from another, solely in response to a report of discrimination or sexual harassment. Commanders and supervisors are responsible for leading the men and women under their control. They must set the example in treating all people with mutual respect and dignity, fostering a climate free of all forms of discrimination, and eliminating sexual harassment.
All personnel are responsible for treating others with mutual respect and dignity.
This means fully and faithfully complying with the Navy's policy of zero sexual harassment. All DON personnel are accountable for their actions. For a copy, contact your command CMEO Representative.