Legislation for the sexual harassment

Legislation for the sexual harassment

Louna P & Louane P.

Sexual harassment: a persistent issue

introduction

• Too present in our societies

• South Korea has an increase in digital sexual crimes

• Adopted strict law

Why is a law necessary?

a problem that persist

-> 1 in 3 women harassed at work

80% of victims don’t report it

South Korea

Example

• Scandals: Molka, Burning Sun, Deepfakes

• In 2024, similar chat room appeared

• Law reinforced in 2024 to punish these acts and protect victims

Prevention

proposed law

• Mandatory annual training

• Awareness campaigns in schools & workplaces

• Focus on digital crimes

Easier Reporting

Proposed Law

• Anonymous reporting platform

• Dedicated harassment officers in workplaces & schools

Stronger Penalties

proposed law

• Heavy fines for negligent companies

• Prison sentences for repeat offenders & severe cases

• Criminalization of deepfake pornography

Victim Support

Proposed Law

• Free access to psychologists & lawyers

• Work/study adjustments for victims

• Support centers for digital harassment victims

Law Implementation

proposed law

• National Commission for the Prevention of Sexual Harassment

• Monitoring compliance in companies & schools

• Annual efficiency reports

conclusion

• Protect victims

• Hold companies & schools accountable

• Punish offenders

Thank you for listening to us!

Sources

• la-croix.com
• Human rights watch
• RFI