It is a form of harassment mainly perpetrated by men against women. Traditionally, women, as a sex, have held low social and economic positions in this society. Likewise men, as a sex, have traditionally held high social and economic positions in society. Because of this women, as a group, have not been treated equally, in terms of job opportunity, equal pay, and general social mobility. Thus, men most often are in positions of power in the workplace.
Sexual harassment can happen to any person in the workplace.
A person's age, race, ethnic identity, clothing, hair color, body size, etc., are not reasons for being a victim of sexual harassment. No matter how complex or simple your situation appears to be, do not assume you brought it on yourself. The Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's guidelines on sexual harassment are based on Section 703 of Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. If you feel you are being sexually harassed there are several options for action, and you should initiate as many as possible. Contact state and local Human Rights and employment agencies, determine filing deadlines and file complaints with each appropriate agency.