Employers must chart course in tackling gender-based sexual violence
The workplace can be a powerful structure for much-needed social benefit, providing vital resources that employees may not otherwise get
07 September 2019 - 12:59
Earlier this week, #AmINext flooded social media as women in SA drew attention to the magnitude of gender-based sexual violence, rape and murder taking place throughout the country.
The hashtag was shared in response to the rape and murder of 19-year-old UCT student Uyinene Mrwetyana, allegedly by an SA Post Office employee. This follows the global #MeToo campaign that went viral after the allegations against Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein, who is accused of using his position of power for decades to harass and sexually assault women...
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