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Beyond the headlines: understanding the organizational dynamics of sector-specific sexual harassment

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  • Imanol Nuñez
  • Andrea Ollo-López

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Purpose - Sexual harassment, a global concern, varies in prevalence across sectors. This article analyzes in detail the higher prevalence of harassment in these sectors. Design/methodology/approach - Drawing on data from a representative sample of European workers and using the inductive method, we posit four propositions regarding the organizational dynamics in four different sector-specific scenarios. Findings - Contrary to perception, our research finds no conclusive evidence supporting a higher prevalence of sexual harassment within the armed forces. Economic and labor conditions drive sexual harassment in the entertainment industry, while the hospitality and non-profit sectors exhibit an elevated incidence potentially attributed to environmental factors. The healthcare industry presents a concerning scenario, with heightened prevalence due solely to organizational. Originality/value - The originality of the paper is in its focus on how external and environmental factors, rather than just internal organizational mechanisms, contribute to sector-specific dynamics of sexual harassment. This approach provides deeper insights for developing tailored interventions and prevention strategies across different sectors.

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  • Imanol Nuñez & Andrea Ollo-López, 2024. "Beyond the headlines: understanding the organizational dynamics of sector-specific sexual harassment," International Journal of Manpower, Emerald Group Publishing Limited, vol. 46(2), pages 368-385, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:eme:ijmpps:ijm-05-2024-0358
    DOI: 10.1108/IJM-05-2024-0358
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