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Discrimination, Harassment, Affirmative Action
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I supervise an employee who claims she is being harassed, but I don't know whether it is sexual harassment or what to do.
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To be unlawful, discrimination must be based on a person's race, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual orientation. Staff from either the Office of the General Counsel or the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action can work with supervisors and administrators to review actions in light of claims of harassment or discrimination and to respond to those complaints. Both offices can provide training for you and your staff to recognize and prevent discrimination and harassment based on gender.
Even if the conduct is not unlawful, allegations of discrimination may reflect a need for different management techniques. The Office of the General Counsel and your human resources consultant can assist you to determine and respond to difficult employment situations.
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