I will no longer dismiss offensive behavior by someone who I like, but will also learn to confront the behavior without condemning the person. If I'm a man, sexual harassment isn't my problem. Men are affected by sexual harassment as well, whether as victims, through having friends who are victims, or through their silence and tolerance of others' harassing behavior. I understand that sexual harassment is everyone's problem, and affects the women in my life in negative ways, which in turn impacts me. If I a man I also will take responsibility for my brothers' behavior and work to end all forms of sexist violence.
Assertive responses can be very effective with approximately two-thirds of harassers.
Ultimately, it is th eharssers who are responsible for their behavior, but I undersatnd that I have the right to stand up for myself and will learn to confront harassment in all its forms until it no longer exists. Reacting in anger and in a manner that attacks the harasser can escalate the situation, but an assertive reaction focuses on the behavior, not the person, and thus does not trample on their rights as a person. Document the behavior Report the harassment Seek support from others For more information visit the University's Equal Opportunity Programs website. Tolerance for Sexual Harassment Related to Self-Reported Sexual Victimization. Gender and Society.