The task of the ombudsperson is to assist persons who have been victims of sexual harassment in finding a solution for this problem. An ideal solution should lead to ending the harassment without any negative consequences for the person who introduced the complaint. T he notion of sexual harassment is very broad. It involves unwanted behaviour of a sexual nature, or any other gender-related behaviour that is detrimental to the dignity of the other person. This includes physical, verbal or non-verbal behaviour which is experienced by the person as unpleasant.
Sexual harassment is therefore a very subjective experience.
To a certain extent, you are personally setting the limits, and those who make a transgression of these limits may commit an act of sexual harassment. You should understand, however, that these limits are also set in a cultural and social context. Some experiences may be personally insulting to you, while they are perfectly acceptable to others. You should make an effort not to take certain behaviour too personally but to see them in their proper context. Sexual harassment may be more destructive than you think Working and studying in an atmosphere of mutual sympathy and respect is a very pleasant experience.