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Sexism at work: how can we stop it?

Handbook for the EU institutions and agencies

Sexism is holding back women and men.

From recruitment to performance evaluation, this handbook provides guidance on how tackle unconscious bias and stop sexism in the workplace.

  • How does sexism harm workplaces?
  • Test your knowledge

Contents

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  • Background
  • Part 1. Understand
    • What is sexism?
    • What is the impact of sexism at work?
    • Where does sexism come from?
    • Sexism at work
    • What happens when you violate sexist expectations?
    • What is sexual harassment?
    • Violating sexist expectations can lead to sexual harassment
    • Under-reporting of sexual harassment
  • Part 2. Test yourself
  • Part 3. Act
    • How can I combat sexism? A ten-step programme for managers
    • How can all staff create cultural change
    • How can I report a problem?
    • Eradicating sexism to change the face of the EU

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Sexism at work: how can we stop it? Handbook for the EU institutions and agencies

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