Experiences and Perceptions of Sexual Harassment in the Canadian Forces Combat Arms

@article{Gill2013ExperiencesAP,
  title={Experiences and Perceptions of Sexual Harassment in the Canadian Forces Combat Arms},
  author={Ritu Gill and Angela R. Febbraro},
  journal={Violence Against Women},
  year={2013},
  volume={19},
  pages={269 - 287}
}
Recent studies examining sexual harassment in the military indicate a decrease in reports of harassment, which may be attributed to several factors, including zero-tolerance policies or anti-harassment programs. However, the decrease may also be attributed to fears of losing one’s job or of being derogated by colleagues if harassment is reported. This qualitative study of women employed in the Canadian combat arms examined spontaneously shared perceptions and experiences of sexual harassment… 
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