In this case, it is your duty, as the Imam and leader of the community to deal with this matter in a just, firm and proper manner. Know the definition of sexual abuse, assault and harassment From an Islamic perspective, if Islamic rules of modesty and relations between men and women and families were respected, there would be no sexual abuse or harassment. However, Shaitan is always there. Sexual harassment includes touching someone sexually who a person is not married to. Sexual assault includes rape or attacking someone sexually, even if sexual intercourse does not take place.
Sexual abuse happens over a period of time.
Often this includes incest, or sexual relations between family members like parents and children, or brothers and sisters. You can find more information about sexual abuse, assault and harassment at a local police station, women's center or women's shelter. Know that these sexual crimes are unacceptable and must be dealt with swiftly and justly Reading the above definitions of these sexual crimes make their unIslamic nature very clear. This is why as an Imam, you must be ready to address the issue of sexual assault, abuse and harassment very seriously. As Muslims we must help our brothers and sisters.