UK Campaign group End Not Defend leads fight against workplace sexual harassment
End Not Defend is a campaign dedicated to ending workplace sexual harassment and protecting workers across all sectors. With one in three workers reporting sexual harassment in a single calendar year, the organisation argues that urgent legislative reform is needed.
The campaign is calling for four major changes to workplace protections. First, they want sexual harassment brought under the scope of the Health and Safety Executive, treating it as the serious workplace safety issue it is. Second, they are calling for mandatory anonymous reporting lines in all workplaces, providing workers with safe channels to report harassment without fear of retaliation. Third, they want annual published reporting on sexual harassment incidents and outcomes to ensure transparency and accountability. Fourth, they are campaigning for an extension to the time limit for grievances, recognising that victims often need more time to come forward.
End Not Defend is currently working with Baroness Carmen Smith, Rights for Women and the Suzy Lamplugh Trust on amendments to the Workers’ Rights Bill. Their advocacy efforts have already seen success, with key proposals progressing through the House of Lords, marking significant progress in their campaign to strengthen legal protections for workers.
Challenging workplace sexual harassment: lessons from around the world
A celebration of ILO Convention 190
Wednesday, June 25th, 6:30 – 8pm
On the anniversary of ILO Convention 190, End Not Defend and Hazards will host a panel of international speakers to hear about the innovative ways they’re working to stop workplace sexual harassment.
Join us for this discussion with:
Rebecca Long-Bailey MP – bringing parliamentary perspective on workers’ rights legislation
Kristjan Bragason – General Secretary of European Federation of Food, Agriculture and Tourism workers, sharing strategies from across European industries
Claire King – Policy Officer, Work Health and Safety Australian Council of Trade Unions, presenting groundbreaking approaches from the Australian trade union movement
This panel brings together frontline voices from parliament, European trade unions, and international labour movements to share practical solutions and successful campaigns. Discover how different countries and sectors are tackling workplace sexual harassment and learn from proven strategies that are making real change happen for workers worldwide.
Online event – register here.
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