Fix the sexual harassment bill, womens' groups urge the government

Victimisation happens when the complainant is treated badly or faces negative consequences for making a complaint. Photo: Pixabay

Right's activists are collectively calling for an urgent review of the Anti-Sexual Harassment Bill 2021 to address several critical gaps in the proposed bill before it is passed as a law. The Joint Action Group for Gender Equality, Engender Consultancy and Young Women Making Change are calling for the bill to be reviewed by the Parliamentary Special Select Committee on Women and Children Affairs and Social Development as well as all members of Parliament.

While the groups recognise and appreciate the government’s efforts to honour its commitment in passing the Anti-Sexual Harassment Bill 2021, there are still significant gaps in the bill that need to be addressed.