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AFT Resolution

SEXUAL HARASSMENT

WHEREAS, sexual harassment has been a hidden but serious problem in the workplace; and

WHEREAS, sexual harassment and its consequences for employees have been recognized; and

WHEREAS, the EEOC has declared sexual harassment illegal under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act; and

WHEREAS, the Department of Education's office of civil rights has not declared sexual harassment a form of discrimination under Title IX:

RESOLVED, that the American Federation of Teachers urge its locals to pursue contract language which protects members of its bargaining units from sexual harassment citing it as a form of discrimination; and

RESOLVED, that the American Federation of Teachers encourage and support programs to further understand and combat sexual harassment. (Executive Council)

(1982)

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